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    • Photo of Pennisetum macrourum by Patricia Cunningham

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    Pennisetum macrourum

    Also Known As

    • African Feather Grass

    Plant type

    perennial, grass / grass like

    size

    • H: 3'-6'
    • W: 2'-4'

    planting zones

    • 8a-10b

    Pennisetum macrourum plant details

    Pennisetum macrourum is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Pennisetum macrourum

    Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
    Plant family: poaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: tan blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Pennisetum macrourum

    USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt

    Gardening facts about Pennisetum macrourum plant

    How to Grow Pennisetum macrourum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • tan

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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