Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose' (oriental fountain grass) bears showy and light pink blooms during mid-summer to mid-autumn. This ornamental grass is clump forming and has medium green foliage that is showy and fine textured. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning ornamental grass which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses
Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, ground cover, foundation, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics
Birds are attracted to Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought. In autumn, Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose' is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest.
Cautions
Depending upon your local conditions, Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose' (oriental fountain grass) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
