Fountain Grass
Grass

Fountain Grass

Pennisetum alopecuroides

Arching, bottlebrush plumes that catch the light. Movement in the garden.

Bloom Season
Aug - Nov
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Sun Requirements
○ Full Sun6+ hours direct
Water Needs
Low
Drought tolerant
Size & Zones
2-4' tall
USDA Zones 5-10
Bloom Colors
Pink
White
Traits
△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance❄ Winter Interest
Soil
SandyPoor Soil
Pairs Well With
Sedum
Perennial
Aster
Perennial
Chrysanthemum
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