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  Pennisetum alopec Rubrum
Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum Dwarf’
Purple Dwarf Fountain Grass

Description: Burgundy foliage topped by red
purple plumes grace this popular tender
perennial. The richly coloured blades grow
in upright arching clumps. The flowers
emerge in June and are held in nodding
arches above the foliage.

Planting/Use: Perfect for use in a planter or
a summer-fall garden scheme with perennials.
Not hardy for winter.

General Care: Warm season. Treat as an
annual. Moist fertile soil.

Exposure: Full sun.

Height/Spread: 60-90cm(2-3ft)

Hardiness Zone: 9