Fountain Grass (Pennisetum Setaceum) is a popular ornamental grass adding natural movement to gardens with green leaves and silvery-pink feathery plumes. Essential plant for modern and natural garden designs with plumes elegantly dancing in the wind. Extremely easy to care for and drought resistant.
Fountain Grass - Pennisetum Setaceum
Pennisetum Setaceum
Popular ornamental grass dancing in wind with silvery-pink feathery plumes, adding movement to gardens.
Product Information
| Latin Name | Pennisetum Setaceum |
|---|---|
| Category | Ornamental Plants |
| Stock Code | BTN-077 |
| Height | 0.6-1.2 m |
| Pot Type | Plastic / Soil |
| Sale Type | Single |
Features
Climate Tolerance
High (-10°C)
Watering Needs
Low (drought tolerant)
Sun Requirement
Full sun
Usage Area
Roadsides, natural gardens, borders
Plume Season
Summer-autumn, silvery-pink plumes
Growth Rate
Fast
Product Description
Detailed Specifications
| Leaf | Narrow, long, green |
|---|---|
| Plume | Feathery, silvery-pink, 20-30 cm |
| Growth Form | Fountain-shaped clump |
| Height | 60-120 cm |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
Care & Growing
Watering
Very drought resistant. Rainwater usually sufficient.
Soil
Grows in any soil.
Fertilizing
Usually not needed.
Pruning
Cut at base in late winter. New shoots emerge quickly.
Winter Preparation
No issues in mild areas. Mulch in cold areas.
Usage Areas
- Garden borders
- Mass plantings
- Rock gardens
- Natural garden design
- Roadside planting
- Potted ornamental
Frequently Asked Questions
Produces silvery-pink plumes from midsummer to autumn. Decorative even after drying.
Can spread by seed. Control self-seeded shoots in unwanted areas.
Leaf color is green unlike purple variety. Care and growth habit are the same.
Delivery and Logistics
Our Fountain Grass plants carefully packaged protecting shoots.
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