Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Hameln’
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Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Hameln’
Hameln Fountain Grass |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Plant number: 8.300.100
Fountain Grass is one of the most popular grasses. This selection forms an upright mound of arching green leaves, bearing bottlebrush spikes of silvery-white flowers that turn to buff or tan as they dry. Most effective when mass planted, but also useful as a specimen accent in the garden or in containers. Flowers are excellent for cutting, fresh or dried. Plants usually remain attractive well into the winter, the leaves turning bright golden-yellow in the fall. Clumps may be easily divided in spring. Old foliage should be cut to the ground in March. Drought tolerant once established. 'Hameln' refers to the German town of Hamelin, most famous for the folk tale of the Pied Piper.
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Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Hameln’
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Dry or
Moist
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
Late Summer
Early Fall
Mid Fall
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Dried Flower
Drought Tolerant
Massed
Specimen
Flower Head Size
Medium
Height
75-90 cm
29-35 inches
Spread
60-90 cm
23-35 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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