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Dwarf Fountain Grass

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.

Companion Plants

Black-Eyed Susan

Candytuft

Russian Sage

Plant Details

  • 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

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