A compact fountain grass featuring upright green foliage topped with dense, smoky purple-burgundy bottlebrush plumes in late summer. Provides strong color contrast, texture, and movement without overwhelming nearby plants.
| Perennial | |
| Pennisetum | |
| Fountain Grass | |
| Zone 5 | |
| 4-6+ hours | |
| Average, well-drained soil | |
| Accent plant | |
| Mass plantings | |
| 24-30" | |
| 24-30" | |
| Plant-tone | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Yes | |
| Echinacea, Rudbeckia, Sedum, Nepeta |