Pennisetum setaceum Fountain Grass

• Groundcovers
• Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots
• Underplanting

Pennisetum setaceum Fountain Grass works in an:

• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
• Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
• Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.
• Succulent / Dry Garden – sculptural planting with cacti, agaves, and drought-style textures.

Pennisetum setaceum Fountain Grass is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 60–90 cm (foliage), 1–1.2 m with flowers

Mature Width: 60–90 cm

Pennisetum setaceum Fountain Grass is expected to grow 30–60 cm per year.

Pennisetum setaceum Fountain Grass is expected to grow 30–60 cm per year.

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate
• Fast Growth Rate

Is Pennisetum setaceum Fountain Grass frost tolerant?

Pennisetum setaceum Fountain Grass is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Pennisetum setaceum produces feathery pinkish flower spikes from summer through autumn, rising gracefully above the arching foliage. The spikes hold well into winter for ongoing texture and movement, with the dried plumes catching low afternoon light beautifully.

Does Pennisetum setaceum Fountain Grass flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Summer
• Autumn

Flower Type:

Flower Colour:

Pink

No

Pennisetum setaceum Fountain Grass is Native to Native to East Africa, the Middle East and southwest Asia, where Pennisetum setaceum grows naturally on dry rocky hillsides and open grasslands.

Pennisetum setaceum provides shelter and habitat structure for small ground-dwelling beneficial insects, and the seed heads offer light forage for small seed-eating birds through autumn and winter. The dense clumping foliage contributes habitat value within contemporary and coastal plantings.

Pennisetum setaceum Fountain Grass will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Pennisetum setaceum performs best in free-draining sandy or loamy soils with a neutral to alkaline pH. It tolerates poorer soils provided drainage remains excellent. Heavy clay or persistently wet conditions should be avoided, as waterlogged soil quickly leads to crown rot. Keep soil lightly moist during establishment, then allow the soil to dry between watering as the plant matures.

Is Pennisetum setaceum Fountain Grass Drought tolerant?

As a young plant Pennisetum setaceum benefits from light, regular watering to establish strong roots. Once established it shows excellent drought and heat tolerance, performing reliably through warm, dry periods with minimal watering while maintaining its arching fountain form.