Pennisetum purpureum 'Vertigo®'

Purple Fountain Grass

Tips for Homeowners:

Evenly moist soils are preferred in well-drained areas, and feed every 2-4 weeks with a high nitrogen fertilizer. 

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This exotic grass is a great accent with wide leaves and tall, purple form. Plant it next to something white or silver and the color will pop!

  • Be prepared for 'big and beautiful'
  • Purple leaves gradually widen in the season
  • Loves the heat

Ideal when planted in large groups. Makes a statement on its own in very large containers or with other annual flowers. 

Height: 4-8 ft
Spread: 2-3 ft
Zone: 8-11
Color: Non-Flowering

Interesting Notes about Purple Fountain Grass:

This is a unique ornamental grass with large wide leaves and no flowers or seed heads. This grass is popular for its use as a dramatic foliage plant and is very durable.  


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Garden
  • Border or Bed
  • Dried Flower/Foliage
  • Low Maintenance
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Mass Planting
  • Container
  • Fast Growing
  • Vigorous
  • Great Foliage
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Fall Color
  • Ornamental Grass

Foliage Color:

  • Almost Black
  • Purple

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Summer
  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained