Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head' - Red Head Fountain Grass

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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head' is a captivating perennial also known as the Red Head Fountain Grass. Its signature feature, the profound burgundy plumes, not only add an exuberant splash of color, but also create a delicate feathery effect. These plumes mature from a smoky purple in the mid-summer to a stately wheat color in winter, ensuring your garden maintains visual appeal year-round. In the company of its deep green and linear foliage, this grass portrays a spectacle of robust elegance. Beyond its aesthetic attributes, the Red Head Fountain Grass also impresses with its adaptability. Thriving under full sun exposure, it maintains a remarkable drought resistance and can adapt to an array of soil conditions, making it a low maintenance asset for any landscape scene. From rock gardens to waterside plantings, it imbues any setting with its height, spread and unique texture, reaching up to 3-4 feet in both height and width. An irresistible choice for its texture, color, and flowing movement, this grass serves not just as a component of your garden, but as part of an immersive natural exhibit.