Pennisetum setaceum (common names: African Fountain Grass)
Pennisetum setaceum
Pennisetum setaceum is a member of the genus Pennisetum and is commonly known as African Fountain Grass.
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Reminders for this plant
Due 9 months ago:
In Fleurdemai's garden calendar:
'Pruning'
Cut all grasses back to 20cms from base
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Comments on Pennisetum setaceum
15 Oct, 2008
I don't think they survive Canadian winters so I've saved some seeds to try and grow more next year - hope it works!
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14 Sep, 2008
I believe it does go through the winter but you should cut it down to about 6" in the spring Janey :D
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14 Sep, 2008
Such a fantastic colour and so tactile, you just want to stroke it!
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14 Sep, 2008
Ooh, I bet that will look gorgeous when planted up Amy, great colour too. Will ibe like this all Winter or die back?
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i love the fuzzy spikes.
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10 Oct, 2008
pennisetums...beautiful....my favourite plants....
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