Pennisetum setaceum ‘Fireworks’ PP#18,504
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Fireworks Fountain Grass
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Semi-Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Small |
| Mature Height & Spread | 3-4' x 2' |
| Exposure | Full to Partial Sun |
| Water | Medium, Low Water |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Special Features | Low Water Use |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 8-24 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 9A-11 |
| Plant Type | Grass |
Moderate-growing semi-evergreen grass to 3-4’ tall x 2’ wide. This attractive variety is admired for its colorful, gracefully-arching multi-toned foliage in shades of purple, burgundy, green and white. Adding further appeal are the foxtail-like purple-tinged tassels that rise above the foliage in late-summer. Semi-evergreen only in the mildest of climates, this variety typically goes through dormancy in most areas, with an especially colorful re-emergence of foliage in spring. For best foliage color in all areas, pruning back to 3-4” in the fall is recommended. Well-suited in mixed shrub borders, as an individual accent, or as a background to low-growing annuals and perennials. Also looks great as a large-area mass planting, as well as making a fine container specimen. Good soil-drainage is essential for this species to thrive, and while it can survive on little water once established, a more robust specimen is achieved with a light regular watering in a partial to full sun exposure.
USDA Zone: 9A-11
