Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' - Description
Position Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'
Common Name: Fountain Grass 'Hameln'
Other Names: Chinese Fountain Grass, Dwarf Fountain Grass
Indoors or Outdoor: Suitable for outdoor planting
Size: Mature size ranges from 60 to 90 centimeters in height and spread.
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' - Delivery
Delivery Info: Your healthy Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' plants will be carefully packaged and shipped directly to your doorstep, ready for planting.
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' - Characteristics
Mature Size: Typically grows to a height of 60 to 90 centimeters with a similar spread.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous, but the attractive bottlebrush-like flower spikes persist into the winter.
Preferred Position: Full sun to partial shade.
Shape - Plant Characteristics: Compact, mounding grass with arching, fine-textured, green foliage. In late summer, it produces fluffy, bottlebrush-like flower spikes that turn a creamy tan color.
Hardy or Not Hardy: Hardy in most Irish climates, tolerating cold temperatures well.
Diseases: Generally disease-resistant and low-maintenance.
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' - Uses
Uses in Garden: Ideal as a border plant, in rock gardens, or as a focal point in a garden. It adds texture, movement, and interest to any landscape design.
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' - Planting Characteristics
Preferred Planting Aspect: Full sun for best growth and flowering.
Frost Hardy: Yes, it is frost hardy in Irish climates.
Fast or Slow Growing: Moderately fast-growing, forming a dense clump over time.
Pruning Advice: Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead foliage and promote new growth.
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' - Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate
Sowing Time: Plant in the spring when the soil has warmed up.
Instruction: Plant in well-draining soil, and water regularly until established. Once established, it is drought-tolerant.
Trench Preparation: No trench preparation is needed for this plant.
Positioning of Plants: Plant in a location with good sunlight exposure.
Plant Spacing: Space plants about 60 to 90 centimeters apart.
Pruning: Prune back in late winter or early spring to remove dead foliage and promote new growth.
Facts About Product: Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' is a popular ornamental grass known for its graceful appearance and beautiful bottlebrush-like flowers. It's a low-maintenance, hardy plant that adds visual interest to your garden throughout the year.
Enhance your garden with the beauty and elegance of Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln.' Its compact size, attractive foliage, and showy flower spikes make it a versatile and delightful addition to any outdoor space. Order yours today and enjoy the charm of this lovely fountain grass.