Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Weserbergland'

Chinese Fountain Grass, Fountain Grass, Swamp Foxtail Grass

Family: Poaceae Grass


Type Perennial, grass
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 8A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Late Summer to Late Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, erosion control, ground cover, massing, rock garden, seashore, specimen
Height 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm
Spread 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Semi-evergreen
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded, vase