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'Foxtrot' Fountain Grass lives up to its namesake, dancing upon the gentlest of breezes to invigorate the garden. Everything about this plant moves, from the flowing foliage to the arching pink plumes. An early bloomer among grasses, 'Foxtrot' sends four-inch plumes skyward mid-summer through fall. The soft bottlebrush blooms are tinged pink to maroon and glisten in the sun. A long-time industry favorite for exceptional dependability, this is among the largest and strongest of fountain grasses. Fast growing, low maintenance, and will not reseed. (Pennisetum alopecuroides)
To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low
temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will
survive the winter temperatures in your area.
If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack
of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
48-72" tall (4-6 feet) x
36-48" wide. 'Foxtrot' Fountain Grass has cascading, narrow green foliage.
This plant deserves a spot in the garden where its fantastic form can shine.
Plant singly as an accent or in groups for a powerful display. Collect and dry
plumes for dried arrangements. A well-behaved perennial grass, 'Foxtrot'
does not commonly reseed
in the garden. Plant it in full sun in any well-drained soil. Plants perform
well in hot locations but require adequate moisture. Allow leaf blades to stand
during the winter months to provide seasonal interest and shelter for wildlife.
Cut back to six inches above ground level in early spring before new growth
emerges.
More Information
Associated SKUs
AM018238 AM017317 (Plant - 3.5" Pot) - Out of stock. AM018175 (Tray of 9) - Out of stock. AM018176 (Tray of 18) - Out of stock.
Common Name
Foxtrot Fountain Grass
Botanical Name
Pennisetum alopecuroides
Zones
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
Flower Color
Cream
Flower Size
6-8" plumes
Mature Height
48-72" tall (4-6 feet)
Mature Spread
36-48" wide
Growth Rate
Fast
Bloom Time
Mid summer to mid fall
Planting Depth
Crown of plant should rest just at or above the soil surface after watering in.
Foliage
Thin blades of green grass like foliage in summer, slivery plumes with red flecks in fall.
Soil Type
Average Soil, Sandy Soil, Clay Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Soil Moisture
Dry, Average
Tolerates
Dry Sites
Advantages
Attract Birds, Deer Resistant, Great For Mass Plantings, Extended Bloom Time (more than 4 weeks), Good For Hedge / Screen, Winter Interest, Low Maintenance, Good For Cut Flowers
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