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Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Desert Plains’


Fountain Grass

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 8.300.060


Fountain Grass is one of the most popular grasses. This selection forms a large mound of arching green leaves that develop red tips during summer. Tan coloured bottlebrush flower spikes appear in autumn, turning to buff as they dry. Very 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 shades of gold to orange then finally pale tan. Old foliage should be cut to the ground in early spring. Drought tolerant once established. Selected by Gary Trucks of Amber Wave Gardens in Michigan. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Desert Plains’

Optimal Growing Conditions

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
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Brown
Blooming Time
  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
  Large
Height
   90-120 cm
   35-47 inches
Spread
   90-120 cm
   35-47 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.












Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Desert Plains’


Fountain Grass

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 8.300.060


Fountain Grass is one of the most popular grasses. This selection forms a large mound of arching green leaves that develop red tips during summer. Tan coloured bottlebrush flower spikes appear in autumn, turning to buff as they dry. Very 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 shades of gold to orange then finally pale tan. Old foliage should be cut to the ground in early spring. Drought tolerant once established. Selected by Gary Trucks of Amber Wave Gardens in Michigan. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Desert Plains’

Optimal Growing Conditions

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
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Brown
Blooming Time
  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
  Large
Height
   90-120 cm
   35-47 inches
Spread
   90-120 cm
   35-47 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.