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Warm Season Grass - Pennisetum alopecuroides

Warm Season Grass - Pennisetum alopecuroides

Posted by Emerald Coast Growers on Sep 4th 2025

Pennisetum alopecuroides (commonly known as fountain grass) thrives in late summer and early fall due to the long daylight hours and warm temperatures, which stimulate active growth and fuller foliage. Pennisetum alopecuroides (pictured above)  A staple among cold-hardy fountain grasses. Narrow green leaves grow in soft, arching mounds. Green seed heads become large, golden brown foxtails in fall. Mature height 2-4' Zones 6-9 Tips for Overwintering Warm-Season Grasses To s
Bestseller Pennisetum xa. 'Rubrum'

Bestseller Pennisetum xa. 'Rubrum'

Posted by Emerald Coast Growers on Dec 1st 2023

A retail staple, purple fountain grass routinely tops our list of best-selling ornamental grasses.'Rubrum' is so well-known and loved, that it barely needs an introduction. A rapid grower with prolific blooming power, purple fountain grass requires little more than a quality start, sunny space, and well-draining soil for spectacular results.High impact! With a mid-range mature height of three to five feet, it stands nicely in large, fast-growing sweeps or gracefully as a single. Container-friend

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