White Flower Farm
Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum'
The Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum', commonly known as Purple Fountain Grass, offers striking bronze-purple foliage and reddish-pink flower spikes that last from July until frost. This graceful, clump-forming grass thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, exhibiting resilience against drought and humidity. It is versatile, suitable for specimen planting, mass plantings, or containers. While perennial in warmer zones (9-10), it is typically grown as an annual elsewhere. It generally remains pest- and disease-free, requiring minimal maintenance once established.
$14.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2189
/ 3268
#2189 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-49%
Below average
Ships as
128.86.
/ PINT ( CU IN)
Who it's for
- Dramatic Visual Appeal
- Exceptional Container Plant
- Low-Maintenance Performance
Who should skip it
- Limited Perennial Range
- Requires Seasonal Cutback
- Potential for Self-Seeding
Key Specs
Ships as
1 PINT (28.86 CU IN.)
Mature Height
30-36 inches
Spacing
15-18 inches
Bloom Time
July-October
Features
- Striking bronze-purple leaves and reddish-pink flower spikes
- Graceful mounding form characteristic of Fountain Grass
- Drought and humidity tolerant once established
- Adaptable to various soil types
- Generally pest- and disease-free
- Provides seasonal interest from mid-summer until frost
What customers say
Customers consistently celebrate the striking deep burgundy color of the 'Rubrum' grass, noting its immediate visual impact in the garden. The primary positive theme is the exceptional quality and health of the plants upon delivery; they arrive robust and quickly establish themselves, showing impressive vigor throughout the season. While some consumers question the initial size relative to the premium price, the plant's reliable performance and stunning aesthetic appeal ultimately drive high satisfaction.
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