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Pennisetum 'Red Buttons' - Thunberg's Fountain Grass

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Pennisetum 'Red Buttons' is a perennial grass that captivates with an elegant blend of form, function, and color. This distinctive variant, also known as Thunberg's Fountain Grass, reaches an impressive height of 2-3 feet and adorns landscapes with tufted bottlebrush plumes, accentuated by slender arching green leaves. Uniquely, it unveils a vibrant spectacle of red-burgundy button-like flowers, transforming garden spaces into an aesthetically striking spectacle from late summer through fall. Besides its visual allure, 'Red Buttons' is celebrated for its hardy and low-maintenance personality. It exhibits a commendable tolerance for full sun exposure, transition smoothly to partial shade, and flourishes in a variety of well-drained soils. When established, it exhibits steadfast drought resilience calling for minimal water usage. Finally, this decorative grass doesn't merely steal the show; it invites a symphony, attracting a delightful fanfare of birds. Experience the easy elegance and fine-tuned nature of Pennisetum 'Red Buttons,' a bona fide star and versatile choice for any landscaper's palette.

  • Size: Up to 2-3 feet tall
  • Flowers: Red-burgundy fluffy flowers
  • Foliage: Slender, arching green leaves
  • Water usage: Low
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts wildlife: Attracts birds
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