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Product infoFountain Grass or Pennisetum setaceum, is an extraordinary sight to behold with its red leaves. It does very well on the terrace or balcony in a big pot or planter. At the end of its bloom the plant makes big red plumes which can also be dried. Pennisetu setaceum is an easy grass type to maintain, but offers variety with its red color. Pennisetum setaceum occurs naturally in tropical to moderate climates, but doesn't have its red leaf color there. There are many variants of Pennisetum setaceum, including the red 'fireworks' variant. This Araflora plant can grow up to 40-60 cm high. The symbols below will give you some indications for this plant.
Plant carePennisetum setaceum likes being in the full sun or partial shade. Despite its name Fountain Grass must be watered regularly. This plant is very tolerant to different temperatures, but isn't hardy. When it freezes, Pennisetum setaceum must be covered well or kept inside. As a potting soil this grass like humus-rich and porous soil. Araflora offers a large variety of soils, including ones for Pennisetum types. The plantcare symbols below will give you additional information about the care for Pennisetum setaceum.
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