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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'National Arboretum'

Fountain Grass

Height 24-36"

Spread 2-3'

Growth Habit THRILLER (upright)

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'National Arboretum' Plant Care:

Cut to 6" in March. Prefers well-drained, consistently moist soil.

USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 5 (-20/-10F)

Fountain Grass Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

Mid Season (May - June)

Late Season (July - frost)

Soil Moisture Needs

Moderate soil moisture.

Moderate

Moist

Special Benefits

Cut Flower / or Foliage

Dried Flower

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant