Black Flowered Fountain Grass
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Black Flowered Fountain Grass |
| Botanical Name | Pennisetum alopecuroides var. viridescens |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Height | 2 to 3 ft |
| Mature Width | 2 to 3 ft |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Bloom Color | Black-brown |
| Bloom Interest | Showy |
| Bloom Period | August to October |
| Seasonal Interest | Summer, Fall |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Yellow |
| Attributes | Black Walnut Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Wet Soils |
| Attracts Butterflies | No |
| Attracts Birds | Yes |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 to 8 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Wet,Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water weekly the first year of planting. Once established, supplemental water during periods of drought is usually all that is necessary. |
| Fertilize Notes | Feed with a general purpose fertilizer like 5-10-5 when planting. Established plants shouldn't be fed heavily. Use fertilizer at half-strength in the spring as new growth appears. |
| Prune Notes | Prune to 10-12" height, Fall or Early Spring before new growth shows |