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

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Tips for Overwintering Warm-Season Grasses

To set your grasses up for success, we recommend applying a fungicide drench before dormancy.

In a Greenhouse:

• Maintain temperatures above 23°F.
• Remove dead foliage to prevent disease.
• Increase heat and light in February to wake plants up gently.

Overwintering Outdoors:

• Clear away dead debris to reduce excess moisture and rot.
• Minimize freeze/thaw cycles as much as possible.
• Cover pots and store them in a cool, dry spot for protection.

Come spring, when sunny days get longer and warmer, your overwintered pots will rise and shine. Trim new foliage lightly to encourage lush growth. If overwintered outdoors, uncover and space pots once the danger of hard frost has passed.

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These container-friendly compacts are exceptionally noteworthy for their cold tolerance and popularity.

Pennisetum a.

'Cassian'

Superb fall hues, turning golden with red-orange tints, add autumn interest to tidy, clumping foliage.

Bloom time brings an abundance of dense, fluffy flowers for extra "oohs" and "ahs".

Mature Height 2-3'

Zones 6-9

(5 with added protections)

Pennisetum a. 'Hameln'

So popular we grow it in 4 sizes!

One of the most popular fountain grasses for mass plantings.

Seed heads open greenish white, turning a creamy tan with maturity.

Mature Height 2-3'

Zones 6-9

(5 with added protections)

Pennisetum a. 'Piglet' PP19074

Smaller than 'Hameln', bigger than 'Little Bunny'.

Cute, cold savvy, extra floriferous, and easy to grow. Decorated in late summer with tawny-colored, cascading plumes.

'Piglet' was discovered and introduced by Intrinsic Perennial Gardens.

Mature Height 18"

Zones 5-9

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