Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Hameln’
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Hameln Dwarf Fountain Grass
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Semi-Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Small |
| Mature Height & Spread | 2-3' x 2-3' |
| Exposure | Full to Partial Sun |
| Water | Medium, Low Water |
| Flower Color | Buff |
| Bloom Time | Summer, Fall |
| Special Features | Deer Resistant |
| Container Sizes | #1 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Mounding |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 2B-24 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 5A-9B |
| Plant Type | Grass |
Moderate-growing, clumping, perennial ornamental grass to 2-3’ tall and wide. This attractive dwarf variety forms a soft mound of narrow, gracefully-arching, medium-green leaves accented with fluffy, buff-colored flower plumes that rise above the foliage late-summer into fall. Adding further appeal are the warm, golden-toned foliage colors that appear in the cool of fall. Ideal for applications where a full-sized fountain grass might be overpowering, this attractive dwarf variety is well-suited as an accent or texture contrast to broadleaf shrubs and perennials, and is a great choice for planting in mass for medians or drifts. Prune to 4-6” in early-spring to encourage a strong flush of fresh new spring foliage. Prefers a well-drained soil, and while this variety can survive with light watering once established, a more robust-looking plant is achieved with moderate regular watering. Thrives in a full to partial sun exposure. Deer resistant.
USDA Zone: 5A-9B
