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Purple Fountain Grass - Pennisetum advena Rubrum

Description

The exceptionally showy and popular, ornamental, perennial grass grows in dense clumps of burgundy coloured foliage, with arching purple flower plumes...

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Position

Full Sun, Semi Shade

Mature Size

1.5m wide

Growth Rate

Fast

Best Use

Mass Planting

Plant Details
Botanical NamePennisetum x advena Rubrum
Common NamePurple Fountain Grass
Pot Size50mm pot.
Plant SizeApprox 12 - 15cm
Max GrowthApprox high and 1.5m wide.
Plant TypeEvergreen, Foliage Plants

Maintenance

Grow in fertilised, free draining soil for best results. Once established, tolerant of high temperatures, humidity, wind, drought, and able to withstand light frost.

Planting

Plant about 3 per meter for a border planting

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