Hamelns Fountain Grass

Pennisetum a. Hameln
  • Botanical Name: Pennisetum a. Hameln
  • Plant Type: Ornamental Grass
  • Light Requirement: Partial Shade, Full Sun
  • Water Demand: Medium
  • Landscape Use: Focal Point/Specimen Plant, Erosion Control, Rock Garden, Deer Resistant
  • Ornamental Color: Tan, White, Pink, Orange
  • Native or Adapted: Adapted
  • Wildlife Value: Birds
  • Season: Fall, Summer
  • Deciduous or Evergreen: Deciduous
  • Plant Form: Upright
  • Region: North Central Texas
  • Plant Spread: 1' - 4'
  • Plant Height: 2' - 4'

Description

Plumes are held 12 to 18 inches above foliage. Turns burgundy in fall. Excellent specimen plant for small areas. Good contrast of color and texture in rock gardens. Will tolerate use in low spots and around ponds and stream banks.

Hamelns Fountain Grass Photos