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Fountain Grass

Pennisetum alopecuroides

Fountain Grass is a 3 to 3½ foot tall grass with narrow arching bright green leaves that grow in a dense mound. Pinkish fox tail-like flower heads arch out above the foliage like a fountain; mature to rose copper seed heads; late summer. Golden yellow fall color. Best in full sun and well drained fertile soil. Needs winter protection north of zone 6.. Divide every 5-10 years in early spring. Space 24" apart. 

4" deep pot container grown plants:  75000 $5.95 ea.  SOLD OUT

Dwarf Fountain Grass:  `Hameln' is a shorter, more compact grass.  Flower heads are slightly smaller and are greenish-white.
Gallon size container grown plants:  Coming

Miniature Fountain Grass:  Considerably smaller in height and bloom than dwarf above.  Height:  12"

Gallon size container grown plants:  Coming

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