Oriental Fountain Grass - Pennisetum orientale

Oriental Fountain Grass - Pennisetum orientale

A very popular ornamental grass that loves lots of sun and well-drained soil. This grass is very attractive in bloom when, in mid summer the compact plant produces many fuzzy pink bottlebrush like flowers. The flowers age to a pale almond color by early fall. Useful accent to go with cut flowers.

Type: Grasses
Genus: Pennisetum
Species: orientale
Bloom Time: June
Exposure: Full Sun
Color: Green
Deciduous/Evergreen: Deciduous
Ultimate Height: 2-3 Ft.
Hardiness Zone: 5; 6; 7; 8; 9
Growth Habit: Mounding
Water Requirements: Once a Month