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Pennisetum frutescens
Nekkid Fountain Grass
Description
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General Details
Plant Type
Grass, Poaceae
Native Region
Argentina
Seasonality
Warm-season
Height
Foliage grows 5-6 feet tall, flowers 10-12 inches above the foliage
Width
5-7 feet
Alternate Names
N/a
Aesthetic Form
Landscaping Value
No Available Information
Foliage
Glossy, gray-green leaves turn bronze before dropping off in the winter
Flower Form
Airy feathers of vertical tan plumes
Bloom Cycle
Summer to fall
Growth Habits
Clumping, form becomes airier throughout the year
Plant Pairings
No Available Information
Care & Maintenance
Watering Needs
Moderate water needs
Soil Preferences
Wide adaptability from sand to clay
Sun Exposure
Full sun
Winter Heartiness
< 0° F, USDA zones 6-10
Desert Adaptability
No Available Information
Costal Adaptability
No Available Information