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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
Pennisetum massaicum plant details
Pennisetum massaicum is an evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. 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
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- 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
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How to Grow Pennisetum massaicum
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- red
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
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