Purple Fountain Grass (Pennisetum Setaceum 'Rubrum') is a decorative ornamental grass adding movement and color to modern gardens with burgundy-purple leaves and feathery plumes. Swaying leaves and plumes create dramatic appearance. Drought resistant and low maintenance.
Purple Fountain Grass - Pennisetum Setaceum 'Rubrum'
Pennisetum Setaceum 'Rubrum'
Decorative ornamental grass adding movement to gardens with burgundy-purple leaves and feathery plumes.
Product Information
| Latin Name | Pennisetum Setaceum 'Rubrum' |
|---|---|
| Category | Ornamental Plants |
| Stock Code | BTN-076 |
| Height | 0.6-1.2 m |
| Pot Type | Plastic / Soil |
| Sale Type | Single |
Features
Climate Tolerance
Moderate (-5°C)
Watering Needs
Low (drought tolerant)
Sun Requirement
Full sun
Usage Area
Modern gardens, borders, containers
Plume Season
Summer-autumn, burgundy feathery plumes
Leaf Color
Burgundy-purple, decorative
Product Description
Detailed Specifications
| Leaf | Narrow, long, burgundy-purple |
|---|---|
| Plume | Feathery, pink-burgundy, 20-30 cm |
| Growth Form | Upright, fountain-shaped clump |
| Autumn Appearance | Decorative until plumes dry |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
Care & Growing
Watering
Very drought resistant. Minimal watering sufficient.
Soil
Grows in any soil. Prefers good drainage.
Fertilizing
Minimum fertilizer sufficient. Excess affects leaf color.
Pruning
Cut old shoots at base in late winter.
Winter Preparation
Mulch root zone. In cold areas pot up and protect.
Usage Areas
- Modern garden borders
- Color contrast planting
- Potted ornamental
- Mass plantings
- Rock gardens
- Poolside
Frequently Asked Questions
Best burgundy color in full sun. Color fades and turns green in shade.
May stay evergreen in mild areas. Top dies back in cold areas, regrows in spring.
Leaf color is burgundy, regular variety is green. Both require same care.
Delivery and Logistics
Our Purple Fountain Grass plants carefully packaged protecting shoots.
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