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Pennisetum setaceum Rubrum

Fountain Grass

Pennisetum setaceum rubrum grass with purple foliage and flowers.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Grasses
Height:1.20 m
Spread:1.20 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asFountain Grass
Sku16791

Pennisetum setaceum Rubrum Details

Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum', or purple fountain grass, is a striking ornamental grass prized for its deep burgundy foliage and graceful, arching form. It grows 1–1.2 metres tall and wide, producing soft, purplish-pink flower plumes from summer into autumn. This drought-tolerant, fast-growing grass thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. Ideal for modern landscapes, containers, or mass plantings, it adds bold colour and texture to gardens. In cooler climates, it is often treated as an annual or overwintered indoors.

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