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'Red Head' Fountain Grass stands out as one of the earliest-flowering fountain grasses. 'Red Head' dazzles with bottlebrush plumes that emerge burgundy red in mid-to-late summer. Soft, fuzzy plumes shift to a silvery hue in fall and remain in place throughout winter. Flowing, ribbon-like grass blades adds texture and motion throughout the seasons, with leaves taking on yellow highlights in autumn. An excellent cut flower, fresh or dried. (Pennisetum alopecuriodes)
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).
36-48”
tall x 24-30" wide. 'Red Head' Fountain Grass truly lives up to its name,
with narrow blades growing in graceful, fountain-like mounds. The unique floral
plumes also make a fine specimen or accent in small gardens and containers. A waterwise perennial, 'Red Head' is stunning
when mass planted, and this low-maintenance grass is drought tolerant once
established. Bird friendly and deer resistant, 'Red Head' makes a fine addition
to wildlife habitat gardens. Plants are tolerant of a wide range of soil
conditions, just be careful not to plant too deep. Set crowns just at or above
the soil surface when planting. Cut back foliage to the ground in spring before
new growth emerges. Plants are fast growing and will quickly fill a prominent place in the sun garden.
More Information
Associated SKUs
AM016203 AM014242 (Plant - 3.5" Pot) AM015759 (Tray of 18) AM015760 (Tray of 9)
Common Name
Red Head Fountain Grass
Botanical Name
Pennisetum alopecuriodes Red Head
Zones
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
Flower Color
Red, Wheat
Flower Size
9" flowers
Mature Height
36-48" tall
Mature Spread
24-30" wide
Growth Rate
Medium
Bloom Time
Mid summer to late fall
Planting Depth
Crown of plant should rest just at or above the soil surface after watering in.
Foliage
Mound of green arching grass-like foliage. Foliage turns shades of gold, orange and brown in the fall.
Soil Type
Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Soil Moisture
Dry, Average
Tolerates
Dry Sites
Advantages
Attract Birds, Deer Resistant, Great For Mass Plantings, Winter Interest, Low Maintenance, Good For Cut Flowers, Good For Dried Flowers, Good For Containers, Pest / Disease Resistant
As soon as your order is placed you will receive a confirmation email. You will receive a second email the day your order ships telling you how it has been sent. Some perennials are shipped as potted plants, some as perennial roots packed in peat. The ‘Plant Information’ section describes how that item will ship. All perennials and spring-planted bulbs are packaged to withstand shipping and are fully-guaranteed. Please open upon receipt and follow the instructions included.
Perennials and spring-planted bulbs are shipped at the proper planting time for your hardiness zone. Perennial and spring-planted bulb orders will arrive separately from seeds. If your order requires more than one shipment and all items are shipping to the same address, there is no additional shipping charge. See our shipping information page for approximate ship dates and more detailed information. If you have any questions, please call Customer Service toll-free at (877) 309-7333 or contact us by email.
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