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Fountain Grass

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Fountain Grass

Grass

Pennisetum alopecuroides

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 5–9
  • 60 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 24" spacing
  • Moderate water
  • pH 6–7.5
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  • Overview

    A stunning ornamental grass that creates dramatic focal points with its arching foliage and distinctive bottlebrush plumes that dance in the breeze. This low-maintenance perennial grass offers four seasons of interest, turning golden-tan in fall and providing winter structure before fresh green growth emerges in spring.

  • Planting

    Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost, or direct sow in late spring when soil warms to 65°F.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Water: moderate. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 24" apart. Germination: 14-21.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Aphids occasionally, deer resistant. Common diseases: Root rot in poorly drained soils, generally disease-free.