Pennisetum alopecuroides 'National Arboretum'

Also Known As

National Arboretum Fountain Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 24"-30"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

5a-9b

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'National Arboretum' plant details

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'National Arboretum' is a deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In fall chocolate 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 'National Arboretum'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: chocolate blooms in fall
Uses: cutting garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pennisetum alopecuroides 'National Arboretum'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pretty, finger-long fuzzy-purple-caterpillar flower plumes over dense 2' mounds of narrow foliage are followed by a multitude of arching seed heads, tufts add interest to the winter garden; a reliable flowerer introduced by the US National Arboretum. S-PSh/M-W