Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum
Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum

Ornamental Grass, Mix Pennisetum

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These grasses are full of color!! Very rare to find grasses this cool. This plant could look purple or red. Little to no maintenance required and not a lot of water needed besides the first couple weeks of grow in. They will grow to about 24"-36" tall. When they get very tall or to big you can do a hard cut back of about 50-60% to promote nice new growth again. This plant is a must have around your South Florida Garden!

Light Requirement: Full sun - Partial Shade 

Scientific Name: Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum'

Plant Type: Grasses 

Pennisetum may be grown from potted plants.

Planting in the Garden:

  • Select a location in full sun with a rich, well-drained soil.
  • Prepare the bed by turning the soil under to a depth of 6-12, inches removing any debris, and lightly raking as level as possible.
  • The addition of organic matter (leaf mold, compost, well-rotted manure) benefits all gardens and is essential in recently constructed neighborhoods.
  • Plant on a cloudy day or in late afternoon to reduce transplant shock.
  • Dig a hole for each plant, approximately 12-14 inches apart large enough to amply accommodate the root ball. 
  • Unpot the plant and gently loosen the root ball with your hands to encourage good root growth. 
  • Place the top of the root ball even with the level of the surrounding soil. Fill with soil to the top of the root ball. Press soil down firmly with your hand. 
  • Use the plant tag as a location marker. 
  • Water well.
  • Keep weeds under control during the growing season. Weeds compete with plants for water, space and nutrients, so control them by either cultivating often or use a mulch to prevent their seeds from germinating. 
  • Mulches also help retain soil moisture and maintain even soil temperatures. For annuals an organic mulch of shredded leaves lends a natural look to the bed and will improve the soil as it breaks down in time. Always keep mulches off a plant’s stems to prevent possible rot.
  • Plants need about 1 inch of rain per week during the growing season. Use a rain gauge to check to see if you need to add water. It's best to water with a drip or trickle system that delivers water at low pressure at the soil level. If you water with overhead sprinklers, water early in the day so the foliage has time to dry off before evening, to minimize disease problems. Keep the soil moist but not saturated.
  • Until plants become established, some protection from extreme winds and direct, hot sunlight may be necessary. Good air movement is also important.
  • After new growth appears, a light fertilizer may be applied. Keep granular fertilizers away from the plant crown and foliage to avoid burn injury. Use low rates of a slow release fertilizer, as higher rates may encourage root rots.
  • Remove spent flower heads to keep plants flowering until fall.