Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’

 

Treat yourself every year to this spectacular annual grass. You’re worth it! Purple fountain grass forms clumps of bold arching burgundy foliage. From mid-summer to early autumn it bears masses of pink to purplish pink furry plumes that arch above the foliage. Use in mixed perennial beds, mass plantings, as well as in mixed containers. It looks good with almost everything.

Common Name:  Purple Fountain Grass

Family:  

Zone Hardiness:  10-12

Light:  Full Sun

Height:  12-24"

Width:  12-24"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Pink

Secondary Bloom Colour:  Purple

Class:  Annual

Type:  Grass

Bloom Time:  Summer - Fall

Soil Moisture:  Average

Stem Colour:  Burgundy

Fragrance:  No

Berries:  

Benefits:  

Deer Resistant:  Unknown

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Open, scrubby habitats in tropical regions.

Award:  AGM

Geographical Origin: