Elephant Grass
Pennisetum Purpureum
Grow conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Hardiness zone
- 9-11
- Min. Temperature
- 19°F (−7°C)
- Soil type
- Loam, Sandy, Well drained, Moist
- Soil pH
- Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Plant traits
Mature height6-13 ft
Mature spread3-6 ft
Plant typeGrasses
Bloom seasonSummer, Fall
Foliage typeEvergreen
Tolerance & safety
Drought tolerantYes
Fire tolerantNo
Pet safeSafe
Deer resistantYes
Pollinator-friendlyNo
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