Pennisetum × advena ‘Sky Rocket’
Variegated Green Fountain Grass |
USDA Zone: 9-9 |
Plant number: 8.300.290
This variation on Purple Fountain Grass forms a vase-shaped, clump of white and green variegated, arching blades. Strong grower with stable variegation all season. Arching, smokey-pink plumes appear in mid summer, last into mid fall, gradually ageing to cream. A great container plant. Well worth growing even as an annual in colder regions. USPP#21497: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for
Pennisetum × advena ‘Sky Rocket’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Deep Pink
Blooming Time Mid Summer
Foliage Color Deep Green Variegated White
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Dried Flower Massed Specimen Waterside
Flower Head Size Large
Height 60-90 cm 23-35 inches
Spread 80-100 cm 31-39 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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