Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Desert Plains' PP20751

Also Known As

Desert Plains Fountain Grass

Plant type

grass / grass like

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

5b-10a

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Desert Plains' PP20751 plant details

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Desert Plains' PP20751 is a semi-evergreen grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Desert Plains' PP20751

Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: tan blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Desert Plains' PP20751

USDA Zones: 5b - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This beautiful selection forms a four foot mound of gracefully arching green leaves that develop red tips during summer. Very showy buff colored five inch bottlebrush flower spikes appear in the fall which are excellent for cutting, fresh or dried. The leaves turn soft shades of gold to orange in autumn before finishing as a pale tan; the foliage should be cut to the ground in early spring. This is a beautiful grass for container or mass plantings, drought tolerant once established. S/M-D PP20751