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Little Bunny Dwarf Fountain Grass
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny'
Sku #6359
The most dwarf of the fountain grasses with fluffy, buff-colored blooms. Terrific contrast for use in rock gardens, borders, foundation plantings, or in perennial beds. Foliage turns golden russet in fall. Adds interest and texture to containers. Drought tolerant when established.
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Water NeedsOnce established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
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Key Feature
Showy Dwarf Grass
Light Needs
Full sun
Watering Needs:Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
Botanical Pronunciation:pen-i-SEE-tum al-o-pe-kur-OH-deez
Plant type:Ornamental Grass
Deciduous/evergreen:Herbaceous
Sunset climate zones:2 - 24
Growth habit:Rounded
Growth rate:Slow
Average landscape size:Slowly reaches 10 to 12 in. tall and wide.
Special features:Bird Friendly, Dwarf Plant, Easy Care, Fall Color, Waterwise
Foliage color:Green
Blooms:Late Summer through Fall
Flower color:White
Design IdeasNow 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.
Companion PlantsBlanket Flower (Gaillardia); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Yarrow (Achillea); Sedum (Sedum); Salvia (Salvia)
Care Information
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.Pruning time: spring.History:
Pennisetum is in the grass family and native to temperate regions of the world. Species alopecuroides is native to China and Japan and often referred to as Chinese or Japanese Fountain Grass.Write a Review
This Plant's Growing Zones:
4 - 9
