Pennisetum alopecuroides (Fountain Grass)
Color Name: Cayenne
Pennisetum 'Cayenne' is a vibrant ornamental grass known for its striking, fiery copper-red flower plumes that rise above arching green foliage. Typically reaching 2-3 feet tall, it adds bold color and texture to garden beds, borders, and containers. The plumes appear in summer and often deepen in color as the season progresses. Heat-loving and low-maintenance, 'Cayenne' thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a standout choice for adding warm, dynamic accents to the landscape. Cayenne does not reseed.
Growing Tips: Pennisetum prefers to be grown in rich loamy soil with good drainage and full sun or light shade. However, it will grow in rocky or sandy soil as long as it remains fairly moist. This grass resents having "wet feet".
Photo courtesy of Emerald Coast Growers.
Pennisetum 'Cayenne' is a vibrant ornamental grass known for its striking, fiery copper-red flower plumes that rise above arching green foliage. Typically reaching 2-3 feet tall, it adds bold color and texture to garden beds, borders, and containers. The plumes appear in summer and often deepen in color as the season progresses. Heat-loving and low-maintenance, 'Cayenne' thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a standout choice for adding warm, dynamic accents to the landscape. Cayenne does not reseed.
Growing Tips: Pennisetum prefers to be grown in rich loamy soil with good drainage and full sun or light shade. However, it will grow in rocky or sandy soil as long as it remains fairly moist. This grass resents having "wet feet".
Photo courtesy of Emerald Coast Growers.
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Flower Color: Red Shades Foliage Color: Green Shades
Height: 2 to 3 Feet Spread: 2 to 3 Feet Hardy in Zone: 5, 6 |
Blooms: Summer to Fall
Foliage Season: All Season |
Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate
Attributes |
 Container  Dried Flower Border Drought Tolerant Easy to Grow Landscapes Mass Planting Specimen Plant
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Critter Resistance
Deer
