Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Pennstripe’ – Swamp Foxtail Grass

Pennisetum alopecuroides swamp foxtail 'Pennstripe'

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Pennstripe'
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Pennstripe'

A compact, clumping perennial grass with broad arching variegated white and green leaves and showy, mauve-purple feathery flowers through the warmer months. Great for mass planting, accent planting for rockeries and borders. Plumes suitable for dried arrangements. Note: It is said that this variety does not pose a self seeding risk, but if in doubt, remove the flower heads before they go to seed.

Family : Poaceae

Cultivar Name: Pennstripe

Plant Type : Grass or grass-like

Width : 0.8

Flowering Time : Summer, Autumn

Soil Type : Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool, Semi-arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Cut flower, Erosion control, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing

Scientific Name: Pennisetum alopecuroides

Common Name : Swamp Foxtail Grass

Height : 0.5

Flower Color : Pink, Mauve

pH Level : Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance :

Attracts Wildlife : Lizards

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Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Pennstripe’ – Swamp Foxtail Grass