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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hush Puppy'
Dwarf Fountain Grass
Pennisetum 'Hush Puppy™'
- Tall, long lasting pink plumes from mid summer to late fall
- Seed heads have lovely use in dried flower arrangements
- Grows well in moist locations and aids in erosion control
- Sterile and will not self seed
- Category: Grasses
- Alternate Cultivar: 'Tift PA5'
- Hardiness Zone: 5 - 9
- Height: 30-36 in
- Spread: 36-48 Inches
- Spacing: 36-48 in
- Bloom Color: Pink
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Habit
| • | Mounding |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Fall |
Additional Information about Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hush Puppy'
Genus name comes from the Latin penna meaning "feather" and seta meaning "bristle" in reference to the flowers having long, feathery bristles.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hush Puppy'
Easily grown in average, medium to wet soils in full sun to part shade. Best in full sun. Tolerates part shade, but may not flower in too much shade. Tolerant of drought once established. Cut foliage to the ground in late winter before new shoots appear. May not be reliably winter hardy throughout USDA Zone 5 where it is best sited in a protected location.
