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    • Photo of Pennisetum massaicum flower by Hans Mesker

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    Pennisetum massaicum

    Also Known As

    • Pennisetum messiacum
    • Red Bunny Tails Fountain Grass

    Plant type

    perennial, grass / grass like

    size

    • H: 1'-3'
    • W: 1'-3'

    planting zones

    • 7a-9b

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    Pennisetum massaicum plant details

    Pennisetum massaicum is an evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with. In fall and summer pink and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Pennisetum massaicum

    Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
    Plant family: poaceae
    Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: pink and red blooms in fall and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Pennisetum massaicum

    USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Displays arching stems of bristled, pink-red flowers above this clump-forming grass. Adds movement and texture in the landscape. Ornamental Grasses are low maintenance and grow well in most soil types. They look beautiful, adding color, height and movement to your garden. An excellent companion plant with contrasting foliage.

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Gardening facts about Pennisetum massaicum plant

    How to Grow Pennisetum massaicum

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - bright shade

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • red

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • semi-evergreen

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