Little Bunny Dwarf Fountain Grass
Best low-maintenance ornamental grass for busy gardeners seeking deer-resistant landscape texture.
The Little Bunny Dwarf Fountain Grass by Monrovia is a charming perennial ornamental grass that brings graceful, arching foliage to your landscape. Its lush green leaves transition to a stunning golden russet in the fall, complemented by delicate, buff-colored plumes from late summer through autumn. This waterwise and deer-resistant variety is ideal for borders, containers, or mass plantings, offering excellent contrast and visual interest. It thrives in full sun and is exceptionally easy to maintain, requiring only a simple spring pruning for year-round appeal.
$18.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
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Category Rank
29
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#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-31%
Below average
Brand
Monrovia Growers
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Who it's for
- Urban gardeners with limited space for landscaping
- Designers seeking year-round visual interest and texture
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, resilient greenery
Who should skip it
- Gardeners unable to commit to initial watering schedules
- Impatient gardeners looking for immediate, full-grown results
- Residents in extremely cold climates needing winter-hardy plants
Performance breakdown
Maintenance Ease
Requires only a single annual pruning to maintain its tidy shape.
Drought Tolerance
Waterwise nature makes it a reliable choice for low-irrigation landscapes.
Pest Resistance
Naturally deters deer, protecting your garden from common browsing damage.
Visual Versatility
Compact size fits perfectly in containers, borders, or mass landscape plantings.
Seasonal Interest
Dynamic foliage shifts from lush green to striking golden russet tones.
Hardiness Range
Robust enough to thrive in cold climates down to zone four.
Key Specs
Brand
Monrovia Growers
Mature Height
3 feet
Mature Width
2 feet
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Bloom Time
Late Summer through Fall
Foliage Color
Green, Golden Russet
Growth Rate
Medium
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Features
- Graceful fountain-like arching foliage
- Attractive buff-colored plumes
- Stunning fall color transformation
- Deer resistant
- Waterwise plant
- Creates excellent contrast
- Suitable for borders and containers
- Easy to maintain
What customers say
Reviewers consistently highlight the Little Bunny grass for its superior quality and immediate visual appeal. Customers appreciate that the plants arrive healthy and establish with little effort. Its compact, dwarf size is a significant advantage, ideal for smaller gardens or containers. This grass offers reliable performance and attractive texture, making it a popular choice for adding elegant structure to landscapes. It provides dependable beauty and a soft, flowing look that enhances any outdoor space.
Know before you buy
Since this grass reaches a mature width of 2 feet, you should space them approximately 24 inches apart on center to allow for proper airflow and growth.
No, Little Bunny is a waterwise plant. Once it has established its root system, it requires very little supplemental watering and is quite drought-tolerant.
You should prune the foliage back in early spring before new growth begins. Simply cut the plant back to a few inches above the ground to refresh it for the coming season.
Yes, this variety is hardy down to USDA Zone 4. It is well-suited for colder regions, provided it is planted in well-drained soil.
Absolutely. Its compact size and graceful, arching habit make it an excellent choice for containers, provided the pot has good drainage and receives full sun.
Yes, Little Bunny Dwarf Fountain Grass is considered deer-resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, deer typically avoid this ornamental grass due to its texture and taste.
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