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BLACK FOUNTAIN GRASS

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BLACK FOUNTAIN GRASS

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Moudry'

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  THIS PLANT IS PROHIBITED IN THESE STATES: ID, OR, UT (Details)

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Eco gallon Potted (SKU: 1466)
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List Price $85.00 Per Plant

Hardiness Zone: 5-9   ·   Mature Height: 2-3 Feet   ·   Mature Spread: 1-2 Feet

Buy Black Fountain Grass online. Neat, upright mound of dark green, glossy foliage. Striking purple-black bottle-brush plumes emerge on stiff stems in late fall. Performs best in regions with long hot winters.

Family: Poaceae · Common Name: Fountain Grass

FREE with every plant purchased:

  • The Sooner Guarantee: For details, click here!
  • A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
  • Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
  • Planting and Care Instruction brochure.
  • Catalogs of new and exciting plant brands, such as Garden Debut® and Proven Winners®.

DIY Irrigation SuppliesWe use and recommend www.dripdepot.com for our irrigation needs, from simple to install micro and drip systems, to commercial grade irrigation parts and supplies.

BLACK FOUNTAIN GRASS Plant Characteristics

Flower Color*
Black
Bronze/Tan/Brown
Growth Habit*
Specimen
Growth Rate*
Fast
Leaf Color Fall*
Dark Yellow/Gold
Tan/Beige
Leaf Color Spring*
Green
Leaf Color Summer*
Green
Leaf Color Winter*
Beige/Brown
Leaf Type*
Deciduous/Herbaceous
Nature Assets*
Deer Resistant
Plant Type*
Ornamental Grass
Preferred Planting Season*
Spring Planting
Summer Planting
Propagation Methods*
Cuttings or Divisions
Seed

1 review(s) for BLACK FOUNTAIN GRASS

  1. S. - Jan 02, 2008
    Sherwood, AR (Hardiness Zone: 7)

    I have several of these and love the black 'cattails' they put out, but be VERY careful. These, too, re-seed readily and can be quite invasive. I dig the babies and either plant elsewhere or share.

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BLACK FOUNTAIN GRASS Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips

Grasses are easy to grow and adapt to most conditions. Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer.