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Pennisetum orientale

Oriental Fountain Grass

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

Oriental Fountain Grass is a clumping, warm-season grass with spectacular pink flowers.

 

Plant Type

Grass

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Meadow, Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.