Spacing:  2-3 ft.

Water Needs: Low Water

Foliage:  Winter Dormant

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Height (at Maturity):  3-4 ft.

Width (at Maturity):   3-4 ft.

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Pennisetum setaceum, also known as Green Fountain Grass or Purple Fountain Grass, is an ornamental grass with striking foliage that adds color and texture to any landscape. Native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, this grass has become a popular landscaping plant in many parts of the world.

Green Fountain Grass grows in clumps and can reach a height of up to 3-4 feet with a spread of 2-3 feet. It has long, slender leaves that are green in color and can grow up to 2 feet long. The real attraction of this grass is its showy plumes, which emerge in summer and persist through the fall. The plumes are green and arch gracefully, giving the grass its characteristic fountain-like appearance.

This grass is easy to grow and requires little maintenance. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, but can also tolerate some shade. It is drought-tolerant and can also tolerate some salt spray, making it a good choice for coastal landscapes. It is also deer-resistant and attracts birds to the garden.

Green Fountain Grass is a versatile plant that can be used in many different landscaping applications. It works well as a border plant, in containers, or in mass plantings. Its striking foliage and showy plumes make it a great accent plant in any landscape design.