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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'National Arboretum'

Family Gramineae
Plant Type ornamental grass
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
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Description The ornamental grass Pennisetum alopecuroides 'National Arboretum' (fountain grass) bears showy blooms during late summer to mid autumn. The foliage is showy.
Typical Uses Cut flowers and dried flowers.
Special Characteristics Birds and butterflies are attracted to Pennisetum alopecuroides 'National Arboretum' . In autumn, Pennisetum alopecuroides 'National Arboretum' is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Pennisetum alopecuroides 'National Arboretum' (fountain grass) may be invasive.