Red Fountain Grass Plant 10 Pack Bare Root Perennial Ornamental Pennisetum

Bring Beauty to Your Garden with Red Fountain Grass

Enhance your landscape with the captivating beauty of Red Fountain Grass. This offer includes 10 bare-root starter plants of Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’, ready to bring vibrant color and graceful movement to your garden. Known for its stunning burgundy foliage and feathery flower plumes, Red Fountain Grass creates a striking focal point in any landscape. These fast-growing perennial grasses are easy to establish and offer year-round visual interest.

Red Fountain Grass typically grows to a height of 3 to 4 feet with a similar spread, forming a lush, fountain-like shape. The slender, arching leaves boast a deep red to purple coloration that intensifies in full sun, providing a dramatic backdrop for other plants. In late summer and early fall, airy, fluffy flower spikes emerge in a soft pinkish-tan hue, swaying gracefully in the breeze. These plumes mature to a silvery appearance, extending their visual appeal well into autumn. The clumping growth habit makes it ideal for mass plantings, borders, or as an accent plant.

This ornamental grass thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established, making it a low-maintenance choice for various garden styles. Red Fountain Grass is versatile in landscaping, fitting well in modern, coastal, and xeriscape gardens. The plumes can also be cut for fresh or dried floral arrangements, adding to its versatility.

Benefits of Red Fountain Grass:

• Vibrant Color: Deep red to purple foliage adds dramatic visual interest.
• Graceful Movement: Feathery plumes sway in the breeze, creating a dynamic display.
• Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant and easy to care for once established.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for various garden styles and landscaping applications.
• Year-Round Interest: Provides beauty from spring through fall.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How tall will Red Fountain Grass grow? Typically, it reaches a height of 3 to 4 feet.
2. What type of soil is best? Well-drained soil is ideal, but it tolerates a variety of soil types.
3. How much sunlight does it need? At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal color.
4. When is the best time to prune Red Fountain Grass? Late winter or early spring to encourage fresh growth.
5. Is Red Fountain Grass deer resistant? Yes, it is generally deer-resistant.