USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height
60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread
45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light
full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture
average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type
clay to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to alkaline
Description
The foliage is dark fuchsia and black in colour. A specimen plant, Pennisetum purpureum 'Princess' (purple napier grass) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Accent, border, container, mass planting and specimen.
