• Clusters of Pennisetum advena 'Rubrum' in nursery pots, displaying rich purple and green grass-like foliage.
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Purple Fountain Grass (Pennisetum advena 'Rubrum')

Purple Fountain Grass (Pennisetum advena 'Rubrum')

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Why we love this plant!

A striking ornamental grass with deep burgundy foliage and feathery flower spikes that sway in the breeze. A good option for adding texture, movement, and seasonal interest to South East Queensland gardens, it thrives in mass plantings, borders, and feature pots.

Care Considerations

Watering preferences:

  • Moderate watering; prefers consistent moisture but can tolerate short dry periods.

Mulching preferences:

  • Applying organic mulch helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.

Fertilising preferences:

  • A balanced fertiliser can be applied in spring to promote healthy growth.

Pruning preferences:

  • Cut back old foliage in late winter to encourage fresh new growth.

Good to Know:

  • Seed heads may attract seed-eating birds such as finches and small parrots.
  • While Pennisetum advena 'Rubrum' is a sterile hybrid and less invasive than its parent species, caution is advised as it may still pose a risk in certain environments. Check local guidelines before planting.

Plant Details
Common uses: Border planting, Container growing, Seasonal colour, Drought hardy/tolerant, Low maintenance garden, Robust/Hardy, Coastal garden, Rocky or dry gardens (Xeriscape), Erosion control, Textural interest, and Courtyard garden
Expected Height Range: 0.9 m - 1.2 m
Spread Range: 0.6 m - 0.9 m
Preferred positioning: Full sun
Plant life cycle: Perennial
Habitat: A cultivated hybrid that does not occur naturally in the wild. Its parent species, Pennisetum setaceum, is native to open, arid regions of East Africa, the Middle East, and Southwest Asia. It thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, often found in grasslands and along roadsides.
Leaf information: Slender, arching, deep burgundy to purple strappy leaves with a fine texture.
Preferred Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils, tolerating dry to moderately moist conditions, and adapts well to low-fertility soils.
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