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Pennisetum alopecuroidesChinese fountain grass

Hardy Perennial

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Feathery panicles, form a cloud of ornamental seedheads

he fluffy seedheads can also be cut to make attractive dried flower displays

An undemanding grass that looks particularly effective in mixed borders

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Feathery panicles float above a dense clump of linear, evergreen leaves to form a cloud of ornamental seedheads. Pennisetum alopecuroides is an undemanding grass that looks particularly effective in mixed borders. The fluffy seedheads can also be cut to make attractive dried flower displays. Height: 120cm (47"). Spread: 100cm (39").

Height Up to 150cm (60in)
Spread Up to 120cm (47in)

Hardy Perennial

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full sun

Flowering Months
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1 x 1.5 Litre Potted Plant (Height 20cm+) (57971)
2 x 1.5 Litre Potted Plants (T57972P)
1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant (Height 40cm+) (KF2302)

Grow fountain grass in any moist well drained soil. Choose a position in full sun.
Feed and water regularly until full established. In spring, remove dead foliage and lift and divide clumps every third year to maintain their vigour.

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