Purple Fountain Grass
Common Name: Purple Fountain Grass
Species Name: Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum'
Family Name: Poaceae
Examples of Purple Fountain Grass Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum'
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Eurasia |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
| Susceptibility | None Serious |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 2-foot diameter, 3-foot height
- Leaves: Leaves maroon tinted broze, plumes deep burgundy
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Moist, well drained |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 9 |
| Notes | A rapid grower and prolific bloomer with red-burgundy color throughout both foliage and the foxtail-like flowers |