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Grass Pennisetum Red Head

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head'

Also known as: Red Head Fountain Grass

Zone 5-9
Sun Full Sun
Water Moderate
Height 3-4 ft
Deer Resistant Attracts Birds
SKU: WN-GRASS-PENNISETUM-RED-HEAD Category:
Plant Overview

Grass Pennisetum Red Head

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head'

Pennisetum 'Red Head' is a ornamental fountain grass. Produces large, dramatic reddish-bronze plumes above arching green foliage from midsummer through fall. A vigorous fountain grass with outstanding plume color and excellent landscape presence. Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Cut back to within a few inches of the ground in late winter before new growth begins. A graceful addition to mixed borders, mass plantings, and containers — feathery plumes and arching foliage provide movement and texture from summer through winter.
Specifications

Plant Details

Size & Growth

Mature Height
3-4 ft
Mature Spread
3-4 ft
Growth Rate
Moderate

Appearance

Bloom Time
August-October
Bloom Color
Smoky Burgundy
Foliage
Green
Fall Color
Tan

Landscape Uses

Specimen plantings, Mass plantings, and Mixed borders

Pairs well with: Echinacea, Sedum, Russian Sage, Coreopsis

Origin

Asia

Care & Culture

Growing Guide

5-9 Hardiness Zone
Full Sun Sun Exposure
Moderate Water Needs
Moderate Drought Tolerance
Adaptable, Well-Drained Soil Type
6 - 7.5 Soil pH