Fountain grass

Cenchrus alopecuroides

Category:

Ornamental grass

Family:

Poaceae

Zone:

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Height:

1-3 ft

Width:

2-4’

Growth / Form:

Clumping

Season of Interest:

Fall, Summer

Light:

Full Sun, Part Shade

Native / Invasive Status:

Potentially Invasive

Pollinator Value:

Low

Growth Rate:

Moderate

USDA Zones:

5-9

Cultivars:

Burgundy Bunny, Hameln

Notes:

Formerly Pennisetum

Additional source details:
Soil: Well-drained, moist
Tolerates — Wildlife: Deer
Tolerates — Environment: Salt & poor soil

Description

Formerly Pennisetum