Purple Fountain Grass
(Pennisetum setaceum)
One of the most fuss-free ornamental grasses is Purple Fountain Grass. Rich, purple-red, finely textured foliage is topped by dark-red fuzzy flower spikes that resemble fox-tails. This grass is indigenous to Africa and provides contrast with green or gray-leafed grasses and perennials.
Soil: Well-drained, moist soils
Light: Full-sun, drought hardy
Uses: Fountain grass makes a beautiful specimen plant for foundations, borders, rock gardens, or accent beds.
(Pennisetum setaceum)
One of the most fuss-free ornamental grasses is Purple Fountain Grass. Rich, purple-red, finely textured foliage is topped by dark-red fuzzy flower spikes that resemble fox-tails. This grass is indigenous to Africa and provides contrast with green or gray-leafed grasses and perennials.
Soil: Well-drained, moist soils
Light: Full-sun, drought hardy
Uses: Fountain grass makes a beautiful specimen plant for foundations, borders, rock gardens, or accent beds.
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