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Karley Rose Fountain Grass
Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose'
Pronunciation: pen-i-SEE-tum or-i-en-TAY-lee
SKU #04480
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Graceful, upright, smoky rose-purple flower spikes that nearly glow when back lit by the sun, with a longer bloom season and greater cold tolerance than other varieties. Forms a tufted mound of deep green, arching foliage. A great landscape or container accent. Stunning in mass plantings. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer to fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Barberry (Berberis); Potentilla (Potentilla); Aster (Aster); Coneflower (Echinacea); Tickseed (Coreopsis) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average, well-drained soils; avoid heavy, wet clay soils. Water deeply and regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Cut foliage back just before new shoots appear in late winter to early spring. |
Details
| Description | Graceful, upright, smoky rose-purple flower spikes that nearly glow when back lit by the sun, with a longer bloom season and greater cold tolerance than other varieties. Forms a tufted mound of deep green, arching foliage. A great landscape or container accent. Stunning in mass plantings. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer to fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Barberry (Berberis); Potentilla (Potentilla); Aster (Aster); Coneflower (Echinacea); Tickseed (Coreopsis) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average, well-drained soils; avoid heavy, wet clay soils. Water deeply and regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Cut foliage back just before new shoots appear in late winter to early spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Karley Rose Fountain Grass produce flowers?
Summer to fall
Is Karley Rose Fountain Grass evergreen or deciduous?
Karley Rose Fountain Grass is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Karley Rose Fountain Grass?
Karley Rose Fountain Grass is Easy Care, Waterwise, Benefits Birds.
Is Karley Rose Fountain Grass resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control
How fast does Karley Rose Fountain Grass grow?
Karley Rose Fountain Grass has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Karley Rose Fountain Grass in my landscape?
Karley Rose Fountain Grass is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Karley Rose Fountain Grass flowers?
Karley Rose Fountain Grass produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Karley Rose Fountain Grass?
Karley Rose Fountain Grass has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Karley Rose Fountain Grass?
Good companion plants for Karley Rose Fountain Grass include: Barberry (Berberis); Potentilla (Potentilla); Aster (Aster); Coneflower (Echinacea); Tickseed (Coreopsis).
How do I care for Karley Rose Fountain Grass?
Thrives in average, well-drained soils; avoid heavy, wet clay soils. Water deeply and regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Cut foliage back just before new shoots appear in late winter to early spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.