Fountain Grass

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Piglet' Poaceae

Growth habit

Grass/Sedge

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Groundcover Collection

Source of plant

Garden Crossings

Description

At only 18" tall, Pennisetum 'Piglet' is half the size of Pennisetum 'Hameln' and much more floriferous than Pennisetum 'Little Bunny'. In late summer, tawny plumes cascade up and above the finely textured, green foliage.

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

growth habit