Pennisetum rubrum, Purple Fountain

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Purple Fountain grass, a low-maintenance and robust member of the grass family, is an ideal choice for containers, borders, or landscapes. It boasts elongated, slender leaves in shades of green and deep purple. This plant reliably produces fan-shaped blooms in a maroon-red hue during the late summer, unaffected by temperature changes. It thrives best with partial to full sun exposure, consistent watering, and in average soil conditions. When fully grown, it can reach heights of 2-4 feet and spread 2-3 feet wide. The hardiness zones of Purple Fountain grass are 9a to 11b.