An excellent contrasting grass for large groupings in open areas or as a specimen in borders or foundations.
Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose'
Fountain Grass
Tips for Homeowners:
Cut back to the ground in late winter or early spring.
Rate this Plant:
The beautiful arching green foliage with spikes of pink flowers will brighten the summer and fall garden and later when the leaves turn gold will create a scenic winter oasis.
- Long blooming flower spikes
- Smoky, rose-pink flowers
- Foliage is very graceful, arching
Height: 2-3 ft
Spread: 2-3 ft
Zone: 5-8
Color: Pink, Rose
Interesting Notes about Fountain Grass:
Fountain Grass is one of the most beautiful and graceful of grasses with its cascading, flowing foliage. Their care is minimal and most varieties thrive in sun and heat. They are dramatic when planted in sweeping masses or when one plant is sharing space with other perennials in the landscape. The beauty is extended inside when using the bottlebrush-type flowers in dried or fresh arrangements.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Ground Cover
- Winter Interest
- Container
- Fall Color
- Ornamental Grass
- Specimen
- Great Foliage
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Summer Bloomer
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Dried Flower/Foliage
- Low Maintenance
- Naturalizing
Foliage Color:
- Gold
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Fall
- Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
- Winter
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
