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Variegated Purple Fountain Grass 'Fireworks' (Pennisetum setaceum 'Fireworks')

Pennisetum setaceum 'Fireworks'

Pennisetum setaceum 'Fireworks' (syn. P. xadvena 'Fireworks') is the first variegated purple fountain grass. The midvein is typical burgundy, flanked by hot pink margins. Produces beautiful red‑burgundy foxtail flowers. Great accent plant and excellent in containers.

Key Features

  • First variegated purple fountain grass.
  • Burgundy midrib with hot pink margins.
  • Red‑burgundy foxtail flowers.

Growing Conditions

Cut back in late winter to expose new foliage.

Care & Propagation

By dividing the root ball.

Landscape Uses

Backyard, beds, borders, combinations, containers, dried flower, front yard, low‑maintenance, specimen; cottage, meadow, rock gardens.

Quick Reference

Height3–6 ft.
Spread1–3 ft.
Growth HabitClumps
Growth PaceModerate
LightFull Sun to Part Shade
MoistureDry to Medium
MaintenanceLow
Bloom TimeSummer, Late Summer
Flower ColorPink, Red
Foliage ColorVariegated Burgundy/Pink
TypeGrass

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