Elephant Grass (Pennisetum Purpureum) - Growing Guide | Neighborbrite

Elephant Grass (Pennisetum Purpureum) - Grasses

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

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 ft-13 ft

Mature spread36 in-6 ft

Plant typeGrasses

Bloom seasonSummer, Fall

Foliage typeEvergreen

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant✅Yes

Fire tolerant❌No

Pet safe—Unknown

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly❌No

Elephant Grass (Pennisetum Purpureum) - Grasses

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