Pennisetum setaceum 'Sky Rocket' PP21497

Also Known As

Pennisetum advena 'Sky Rocket'

Plant type

grass / grass like

size

H: 2'-24"
W: 2'

planting zones

9a-10b

Pennisetum setaceum 'Sky Rocket' PP21497 plant details

Pennisetum setaceum 'Sky Rocket' PP21497 is a deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen grass (or grassy in appearance) with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. 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 setaceum 'Sky Rocket' PP21497

Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pennisetum setaceum 'Sky Rocket' PP21497

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another selection of Purple Fountain Grass from the Celebration series, this form, is only hardy in warm climates, but is an attractive and log lasting container specimen for containers or for seasonal display in northern climates. White and green variegated foliage with pink flowering plumes to 24".