Common
name: "Little Bunny Grass" or
"Miniature Fountain Grass"
Latin name: Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little
Bunny'
Zone: 5
- 9
Elevation to: 6500'
Growth habit: Compact clump
Max height: 10" 12"
Spread: 8" - 10" Flowers: Yes, August
Flower type: See
Image Native to area: No
Sunshine:
Water:
Pictured:
Little Bunny Grass
Pennisetum alopecuroides
Ornamental
Grasses Cultivation: Plant Little Bunny Grass in light, fertile, well drained soil in full sun.
Remove old growth in early spring to promote vigorous new
growth.
Little Bunny Grass may need mulching over the
winter.
Propagation: Seed can be sown once the soil temperature
reaches 55 degrees. For faster growth purchase pre-started plants at your
local Garden Center or greenhouse. Once "Little Bunny Grass" has
become established it can be dug and divided in spring to early summer.
