Pennisetum frutescens growing herbaceous of the genus Pennisetum also known as Fountain grass, Pennisetum frutescens perennial evergreen used as ornamental plant can grow in mediterranean, desert, subtropics, temperate or tropics climate.
Leaves color green, in linear shape.
Pennisetum frutescens flower
Flower color yellow, the flowers like hair and grow stem in raceme inflorescence.
Requirements for Pennisetum frutescens growing and care:
More than -5c, well-drained soil
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Vegetative Reproduction
Is it necessary to use vegetative reproduction?
No but easy
Difficulties or problems when growing:
Invasive
Recommended planting season?
All year, in cold climate spring-summer
Pests and diseases:
?
Pruning season:
All year
How to prune:
Just for design
What is the size of a Pennisetum frutescens tree / shrub / plant?
0.7-1.2 m, 2-4 feet
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing / Medium growing
Water requirement:
Small amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half Shade
Is it possible to grow as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Bloom season:
Spring / Summer
General information about the flower
Yellow flowers like hair and grow stem in raceme inflorescence.
