Common name: "Purple Fountain Grass"
Latin name: Pennisetum alopecuroides setaceum 'Rubrum'

This beautiful annual grass is probably the most popular and widely used seasonal grass. It is commonly used in beds and containers.

Plant Purple Fountain Grass in fertile well drained soil in full sun after all danger of frost has passed. "Purple Fountain Grass" is a vigorous grower that will quickly fill in any bed or container. The foxtail like plumes will appear mid summer and last until first frost.

Purple Fountain Grass dries well and is often used in floral arrangements.

Propagation: Purchase pre-started Purple Fountain Grass plants at your local Garden Center.

Pests ~ Diseases: Rare