purple-leaved fountain grass (Pennisetum Setaceum 'Rubrum') - Grasses

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun

Hardiness zone

9-11

Minimum temperature

19°F (−7°C)

Soil type

Loam, Sandy, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral

purple-leaved fountain grass

Pennisetum Setaceum 'Rubrum'

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun
Hardiness zone: 9-11
Minimum temperature: 19°F (−7°C)
Soil type: Loam, Sandy, Well-drained
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral

Plant traits

Mature height36 in-4 ft

Mature width24 in-36 in

Plant typeGrasses

Bloom seasonSummer, Fall

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Pet safe—Safe

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—None

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