Little Bunny Dwarf Fountain Grass
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny'
Full sun
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
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THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- Wright's Nursery
11100 Ralston Road Arvada CO 80004
- Echter's Nursery & Garden Center
5150 Garrison St. Arvada CO 80002
- O'toole's Garden Center - Westminister
9400 Wadsworth Pkwy Westminister CO 80021
- Lowe's
5600 West 88th Avenue Westminster CO 80031
| Botanical Pronunciation | pen-i-SEE-tum al-o-pe-kur-OH-deez |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Slowly reaches 10 to 12 in. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Late Summer through Fall |
| Design Ideas | Now small gardens and courtyards can enjoy the beautiful fountain-like flowers of Fountain Grass. Plant as an accent with mixed perennials. Ideal for dry stream beds and around rocks in natural or wild gardens. Perfect next to water gardens, where it won't overwhelm the scheme. Grow in distressed cast iron, bronze or copper containers on porch, patio, balcony or perched on low walls. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Fall Color, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
| Companion Plants | Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Yarrow (Achillea); Sedum (Sedum); Salvia (Salvia) |
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. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Cut foliage back just before new shoots appear in late winter to early spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 6
Good to grow!