Purple Fountain Grass | Pennisetum 'Rubrum'

Purple Fountain Grass | Pennisetum 'Rubrum'

 Plant Highlights:

• Growing Zone: 9-11 Outdoors 3-10 Indoors
• Plant Brand: The Plant Factory Choice
• Botanical Name: Pennisetum s. ‘Rubrum’
• Foliage Color: Purple-burgundy
• Flower Color: Purple
• Flower Fragrance: N/A
• Fall Color: Purple to brown
• Type: Annual
• Mature Height: 36”
• Mature Width: 36”
• Growth Rate: Moderate, fast
• Exposure: Sun
• Soil Needs: Moist well drained, needs moisture during winter
• Water Needs: Occasionally, like moisture  
• Pruning Needs: Early spring before new growth starts
• Awards:
• Grown by: The Plant Factory

Additional Highlights:

• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• Pet Friendly: Yes
• Reblooming: No
• Cold and Heat Tolerant: No

Purple Fountain Grass is often known as Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’. This is the old favorite for containers and seasonal color beds in colder climates. In zones 9-11, it lives year-round in the heat. With its dark burgundy foliage and paler pink plumes, this is a classic thriller for a container. This dramatic grass with arching foliage will reach 3-4 feet tall with a width of 2-3 feet.

Purple Fountain grass will fit in just about any garden situation. It outperforms other grasses in color and texture in rock gardens, mass borders, and as an accent to draw attention to a specific part of the garden. Purple Fountain grass is easy to maintain, as it needs very little attention for pruning and will thrive in most soils. It does like water, so be sure it gets its share on a weekly basis.

Care:

Fertilize in early spring with our SR-18-5-10 slow release fertilizer for maximum growth and plant health. 

Ordering:

Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.

Shipping:

The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest- viable product ordered.

Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees

Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.

What makes Plant Factory Direct a great option?

We grow our plants right here at our nursery! Our knowledgeable staff uses top-notch horticultural practices to make sure our plants are healthy and of the highest quality. We choose your plants with the same care and thoughtfulness as if we were picking them for ourselves. We aim to go above and beyond what our customers expect. We take pride in providing wonderful “out of the box” experiences, along with friendly customer service and speedy resolutions.