Purple Or Red Fountain Grass 1.4 L Pot
AU$15.00
Price incl. GST (10%) AU$1.36
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Product Details
Pennisetum advena ‘Rubrum’
Common Names:
Purple Fountain Grass, Red Fountain Grass, Burgundy Fountain Grass
Description
Pennisetum advena ‘Rubrum’ is a striking ornamental grass prized for its graceful arching deep burgundy foliage and elegant, feathery flower plumes. It adds movement, texture, and year-round colour to gardens, making it one of the most popular feature grasses for Perth landscapes.
Features
- Botanical Name: Pennisetum advena ‘Rubrum’
- Plant Type: Ornamental perennial grass
- Height: 90 cm–1.5 m
- Width: 60 cm–1 m
- Foliage: Rich burgundy to purple-red leaves
- Flowers: Soft pink to burgundy bottlebrush-like plumes from late spring through autumn
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Evergreen: Semi-evergreen to evergreen in Perth’s mild climate
How to Grow in Perth
- Plant in full sun for the best foliage colour and flowering.
- Grows well in well-drained soil.
- Water regularly during establishment, then only occasionally once established.
- Apply a slow-release fertiliser in spring to encourage healthy growth.
- Mulch to help conserve moisture during hot Perth summers.
- Tolerates heat, coastal conditions, and periods of drought once established.
Regular Maintenance
- Cut foliage back to 10–20 cm above ground in late winter or early spring before new growth appears.
- Remove old flower stems to keep the plant tidy.
- Divide mature clumps every few years if they become overcrowded.
Landscaping Importance
- Ideal as a feature plant
- Excellent for mass planting
- Creates movement and texture in the garden
- Beautiful in modern, Mediterranean, and native-inspired landscapes
- Perfect for borders, driveways, and poolside gardens
- Suitable for large pots and containers
- Pairs beautifully with agaves, kangaroo paws, lomandras, westringias, and other drought-tolerant plants
Why You’ll Love It
- Stunning burgundy foliage all year
- Attractive feathery flowers
- Low maintenance
- Heat and drought tolerant
- Adds colour, contrast, and soft movement to any landscape
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Purple Or Red Fountain Grass 1.4 L Pot
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