Purple fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum') pen-nih-SEE-tum sah-TAY-see-um Synonyms:  P. ruppellii Genus:  Pennisetum This tropical annual produces mounds of narrow burgundy-red foliage and purple plumes to 1 foot long. It is invaluable for containers and stunning, annual foliage color in a border. It rarely sets seed. Care:  Grow in light, average, well-drained soil in full sun. Cut back previous year's foliage by early spring. Propagation:  Divide in late spring or early autumn. Sow seed in early spring at 55° to 65°F.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun Only Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Song Birds, Showy Flowers, Showy Seed Heads Bloom Time Fall, Summer Flower Color Purple, Red Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage Uses Beds and Borders, Container, Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Ground Covers, Specimen Plant/Focal Point, Suitable as Annual, Waterside Style Cottage Garden, Formal Garden Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Tolerance Deer Tolerant Type Grasses