About This Product
Botanical Name: Pennisetum massaicum, P. messiacum, Cenchrus massiacus
Common Name: Fountain Grass
A warm-season ornamental grass with a clumping, fountain-like form. Plump, reddish-black, foxtail-like flower plumes wave atop the foliage in late spring, turning tan throughout summer. Fine-textured foliage is rich green, highlighted with burgundy in cooler temperatures. Good in containers. Tolerates heat and coastal conditions. Best with regular water. Evergreen in mild climates.
USDA Zone: Zones 7 - 10
Sunset Zone: Zones 4 - 12, 14 -24
Mature Height: 18 - 24 inches
Mature Width: 1 - 2 feet
Light Needs: Full Sun, Filtered Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade, Shade
Water Needs: Moderate, Regular
