USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
Spread
Light
full sun
Soil Moisture
low, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
neutral to alkaline
Description
The ornamental grass Pennisetum thunbergii 'Red Buttons' (fountaingrass) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and bright red blossoms during early summer to early fall. The showy matte foliage is medium green in colour, fine in texture and semi-evergreen. Pennisetum thunbergii 'Red Buttons' (fountaingrass) bears showy fruit. A specimen plant, Pennisetum thunbergii 'Red Buttons' (fountaingrass) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Border, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging and specimen.
Special Characteristics
Pennisetum thunbergii 'Red Buttons' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions
When planning your garden, take into consideration that Pennisetum thunbergii 'Red Buttons' (fountaingrass) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Pennisetum thunbergii 'Red Buttons' (fountaingrass) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
