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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head'-Ornamental Grass-Attracts Pollinators 2 Gallon (Pack of 2)

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head'-Ornamental Grass-Attracts Pollinators 2 Gallon (Pack of 2)

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Grass, Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head'

Grass, Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head'

Description

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head', commonly known as Red Head Fountain Grass, is a striking ornamental grass known for its large, fluffy, burgundy-red flower spikes that appear in late summer. The arching foliage creates a graceful, fountain-like appearance, making it a popular choice for adding texture and movement to garden landscapes.

Suggested Uses

This grass is ideal for use in borders, mass plantings, or as a specimen plant. It also works well in containers and can be used to add height and interest to mixed plantings. Its attractive flower spikes make it suitable for cut flower arrangements.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Grass, Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head'
  • Common Name Common Name: Red Head' Fountain Grass
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Reaches up to 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts birds
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Sedum, Echinacea, Rudbeckia

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the crown is at soil level
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil moderately moist, but well-drained
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, sandy, or clay soils
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Cut back old foliage in late winter to early spring before new growth begins
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect the roots
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as it was in the pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor
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