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Pennisetum alopecuroides var. viridescens

Also Known As

  • Black Seed Fountain Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Pennisetum alopecuroides var. viridescens plant details

Pennisetum alopecuroides var. viridescens is a deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In fall and summer flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pennisetum alopecuroides var. viridescens

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pennisetum alopecuroides var. viridescens

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

More compact with wider leaves than 'Moudry' this fountain grass in gracefully pleasant from September to frost. Clumping 2' x 2'

Gardening facts about Pennisetum alopecuroides var. viridescens plant

How to Grow Pennisetum alopecuroides var. viridescens

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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