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Growing Purple Fountain Grass (Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum')

Pronunciation: pen-nih-see'tum

This ornamental grass performs best in full sun (tolerates partial shade in the South) and average garden soil. Hardy to Zone 9 (20°F) and difficult to overwinter in colder climates—treat as an annual and replace each spring. May self-sow in mild-winter regions.

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