Pennisetum glaucum 'Purple Majesty'

Also Known As

Purple Majesty Millet

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

1-11

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Pennisetum glaucum 'Purple Majesty' plant details

Pennisetum glaucum 'Purple Majesty' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with black and purple foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - low water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pennisetum glaucum 'Purple Majesty'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous black and purple
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: movement

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pennisetum glaucum 'Purple Majesty'

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Luxurious, thick, soft, deepest burgundy, 15” spikes are held upright above gorgeous, bold, almost black foliage. This wonderful “vertical grass accent” is an absolute must have for all you creative, artistic gardeners! It grows 3’ to 5’ tall & beautifully accentuates just about anything grown in front of it. A couple of suggestions: try it with Emilia javanica, Nicotiana langsdorfii or German Catchfly ‘Blue Pearl.’ You’ll love how soft & pettable the spikes are & they make excellent cut flower material. DON’T WORRY that the foliage looks green when small, it WILL turn black as it grows larger. Do plant 2 or 3 or more together, as it is not that wide (only 1’ or so) & a multiple planting is just to die for. Full sun & rich soil is a must. Here along the Bay in USDA zone 9 & 10, this fab find over-winters & behaves as a perennial. Woo-hoo!