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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Cassian'

Family Gramineae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Cassian' (fountain grass) bears brown blossoms during late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour. A specimen plant, Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Cassian' (fountain grass) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought.