Dwarf Fountain Grass
Common name
Dwarf Fountain Grass
Botanical name
Pennisetum alopecuroides
Variety
Hameln
Zone
USDA Zone 5 (-20°F) to USDA Zone 10 (30°F).
Light
Sun
Height
24" (61 cm)
Habit
Clumping
Feed
Use all-purpose
Water
Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color
Green
Bloom Time
Summer-fall
Maintenance
Divide every 3 to 5 years
About
Spectacular and long blooming. Compact habit is excellent with spring-flowering bulbs, at water's edge, and in combination with rudbeckia, Russian sage and tall sedums. Attractive fall color and winter effect. Plumes are valued in flower arrangements.
