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Pennisetum messacum 'Red Bunny Tails' Fountain Grass - 5 Gallon
Size: 5 Gallon
Height: 12-14"
Width: 12-14"
Exposure: Sun
Spacing: 2-3 ft.
Water Needs: Low Water
Foliage: Winter Dormant
Bloom Season:
Height (at Maturity): 2-3 ft.
Width (at Maturity): 2 ft.
Soil Preference:
Pennisetum messacum 'Red Bunny Tails' Fountain Grass is a beautiful ornamental grass that adds texture and interest to any landscape. This grass is a cultivar of the species Pennisetum messacum, which is native to Africa. 'Red Bunny Tails' is named for its distinctive plumes that resemble the fluffy tails of bunnies.
This grass grows in clumps and reaches a height of about 2-3 feet with a spread of about 1-2 feet. It has narrow, green leaves that grow up to 1 foot long and turn a golden-yellow color in the fall. The real attraction of 'Red Bunny Tails' is its striking plumes that emerge in late summer and persist through the fall. The plumes are 4-6 inches long and are a deep red color, creating a stunning visual effect.
'Red Bunny Tails' is a low-maintenance plant that is drought-tolerant once established. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, but can also tolerate some shade. It is also deer-resistant and attracts birds to the garden.
This grass is ideal for use in borders, containers, and rock gardens. It can also be used as a specimen plant or in mass plantings. Its unique texture and color make it a great accent plant in any landscape design.