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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Burgundy Bunny' PP21917

Also Known As

  • Burgundy Bunny Fountain Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 12"-16"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Burgundy Bunny' PP21917 plant details

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Burgundy Bunny' PP21917 is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with burgundy and green foliage. In fall and summer cream flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Burgundy Bunny' PP21917

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 16 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, edging plant, fall color, movement, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Burgundy Bunny' PP21917

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This miniature 12-16" clumper perfect for container or border?s edge starts the season mostly green with some red but ends the season ablaze!; its creamy bunny-tail flowers summer-into-fall are a delight. S/M PPAF
Fine green foliage is highlighted with burgundy during the growing season, then turns bright burgundy in the fall. Blooms from late summer into the fall.

Gardening facts about Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Burgundy Bunny' PP21917 plant

How to Grow Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Burgundy Bunny' PP21917

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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