'Hameln' Dwarf Fountain Grass | Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'
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“Hameln” Dwarf Fountain Grass is a compact variety of fountain grass. This ornamental grass is one of the best grasses for grouping or mass planting. It covers well, grows easily, and can be planted in areas that are difficult to reach with a mower or are trouble spots for trimming or prone to erosion, like on a hillside or around a fence base. Its thin, arching leaves spray out in all directions from the center mound, much like its name suggests. It is green all spring and summer, and in late summer through the fall season, silvery-pink tassels and soft, cream-colored plumes perch above its cascading leaves. In the fall, the leaves transform to a rich golden color, and the leaves play in the wind throughout the year, creating a delightful movement.
“Hameln” Dwarf Fountain Grass is low maintenance. It grows quickly and enjoys full sun. It grows in zones 5-9. It grows best in well-drained soils but adapts well to just about any soil type. It is also draught tolerant and even tolerates some salt. Because of its compact nature, it does well in containers or any garden setting, and it makes a wonderful filler around the front border of the garden or along a path or driveway and is deer and disease resistant.
This hardy little fountain grass is perennial, so it can be enjoyed year after year. In the winter, the leaves will turn a coppery tan and rustle in the breeze, so it is a wonderful year-round feature as well. Keep the grass untrimmed for interest in the winter garden, and trim it back when the green leaves begin appearing again in early spring. This compact fountain grass will bring gentle movement to any garden, and it will greatly reduce the need for routine trimming when placed around fencing and along paths.
Care
Fertilize in early spring with our HICOTE 360 day slow release fertilizer for maximum growth and plant health.
Ordering
Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.
Shipping
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Summer - Above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees
Plant Highlight
● Growing Zone: 5-9
● Plant Brand:
● Botanical Name: Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'
● Foliage Color: Green
● Flower Color: silvery-pink tassels turn to white plumes
● Flower Fragrance: No fragrance
● Fall Color: Gold and Dark Yellow
● Type: Perennial
● Mature Height: 24 – 36”
● Mature Width: 18 – 30”
● Growth Rate: Fast
● Exposure: Full Sun
● Soil Needs: Widely Adaptable
● Water Needs: Occasionally, once established
● Pruning Needs: Late winter/early spring- Trim to 3 inches above ground level
● Awards:
● Grown by: The Plant Factory
- Pollinator Friendly: NO
- Deer Resistant: Yes
- Pet Friendly: Yes
- Reblooming: No
- Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
Note: We put pictures and videos on our site to best represent our products as an example of our quality as a grower. You may, however, receive a smaller or larger plant than pictured depending on the season you buy. You may or may not get a plant blooming as shown on our site. We usually trim off blooms because they do not ship well. Your purchase of our plants should be considered an investment in your future garden to enjoy the process of growing it to its full potential.
