Karley Rose Oriental Fountain Grass
Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose' PP #12,909
SKU
04480
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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Full sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | pen-i-SEE-tum or-i-en-TAY-lee |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Summer to Fall |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Specimen, Cutting Garden, Wildlife Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Special Feature | Clump Forming, Easy Care, Waterwise, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers. |
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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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 10
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