Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head'
Earlier blooming Red Fountain Grass with large, deep purple heads.
Red Head Fountain Grass
Available in 32 cell
This variety begins to show its huge, bottle-brush plumes in mid to late summer. Deep purple buds mature to long lasting smoky-purple plumes that can measure 3" wide by 8-10" long. Cooler temperatures reveal gold tones in the green foliage. Does not like wet feet. Deer resistant.
Selected by Brent Horvth of Intrinsic Perennial Gardens
| Hardiness Zone |
5-9 |
| Height |
36-48" |
| Spread |
24-36" |
| Flower Color |
smoky-purple |
| Foliage Color |
green |
| Light Preference |
sun |
| Soil Preference |
moist, fertile, well-drained |
| Bloom Time |
June-August |
| When to Divide |
spring |
