Mighty Tuff®
Pennisetum Purple Fountain Grass 200MM
Pennisetum ‘Purple Fountain Grass’ – 200MM
(Not currently available to be ordered)
I am Dwarf Purple Fountain Grass. My family originated from Africa
| I am a star garden performer that is easy to grow, look after. I have a wonderful form that stands out in the garden with my wispy texture and rich maroon/burgundy red colour.
My arching foliage turns a straw colour in mid-winter and is prised in landscaping to create contrast. My fluffy foxtail flower heads are displayed above the foliage from spring to autumn and blow elegantly in a breeze. Hardy I cope with dry conditions and extremes of temperature. |
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Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun) |
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Height: 1m Width: 1m |
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I need minimal water once established |
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Borders & Rockeries |
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I thrive in even the poorest soils but appreciate good drainage |
| I am popular and will make you happy because… |
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My upright deep purple and green foliage adds contrast to gardens and borders |
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I am suitable for windy areas and coastal planting |
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My 40cm flower spikes from spring to autumn are in the form of feathery plumes are reminiscent of a fountain |
- Plant me:
- in pots and other containers
- in garden beds and general landscaping
- in coastal conditions
| Tips for success… |
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A hard cut back annually in late winter will enourage a flush of new spring growth |
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Plant me 60cm apart |
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100% Recyclable Pot and Label Most pots and labels made from 100% recycled polypropylene |
| Plant family: Poaceae |
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The Mighty Tuff ® Collection
Gardening should be a fun, enjoyable activity. To keep it that way, choose from the Mighty Tuff® collection of easy plants for your garden. Fuss-free and low-maintenance, they will look beautiful in your yard.
The Mighty Tuff® plant range features medium to large garden bushes that are hardy, low maintenance and thrive in harsh conditions.
They are ideal for planting along front and side fences, producing a great hedge or screen. All plant varieties have lovely green foliage, with some producing bursts of colourful flowers.
Create a garden where you can relax and enjoy
- Low maintenance plants
- Thrive in hash conditions
- Favorite choices for a garden's backbone
- Proven & reliable
- Medium to large bushes (up to 3m)
Plants in this collection include:
Lomandra
Hebe
Succulents
Agapanthus
Dianellas
Also including:
Dietis, Diosmas, Nandina and many more.
Available in 140mm, 180mm and 200mm pots