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Purple Fountain Grass

Pennisetum advena 'Rubrum'
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Description

Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum', commonly known as Purple Fountain Grass, is an ornamental grass that adds a striking pop of colour to any garden or landscape. Its deep reddish-purple foliage and fluffy, burgundy plumes make it a popular choice for both residential and commercial settings.

Height: 0.9-1.2 meters 
Width: 0.6-0.9 meters 
Native to: Africa
Foliage type: Evergreen
Growth rate: Fast
Flowers: Purple to burgundy plumes
Light: Full sun
Water: Moderate to low water needs; drought-tolerant once established

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Purple Fountain Grass

Add Striking Color with Purple Fountain Grass

Purple Fountain Grass (Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum') is a stunning choice for landscaping, adding vibrant, textural interest to your landscape. With rich, reddish-purple foliage and graceful burgundy plumes, this ornamental grass delivers year-round beauty and movement to gardens, borders, and decorative pots. Ideal for residential or commercial spaces, it stands out with both colour and charm, creating a dynamic focal point wherever it’s planted.

This hardy, perennial evergreen grass thrives in full sun and adapts well to drought conditions, making it a low-maintenance addition perfect for busy gardeners. Similar to Fountain Grass, Purple Fountain Grass reaches heights of up to 1.2 meters, developing an attractive, arching shape that softens any garden design with its flowing form. Its fast growth rate means you’ll enjoy lush, clumping mature plants quickly, with vibrant colors emerging in spring, adding immediate impact to your space.

Compelling Reasons to Choose Purple Fountain Grass:

  • Striking Color and Texture: Deep reddish-purple foliage with contrasting burgundy plumes.
  • Easy Care: Thrives in full sun with low water requirements, once established.
  • Versatile Size: Grows to 0.9-1.2 meters in height, fitting well into beds, borders, and container displays.
  • Low Maintenance: Fast-growing and drought-tolerant, this grass is perfect for low-effort landscapes.

Add Purple Fountain Grass to your garden for a beautiful, long-lasting display that enhances your space with elegance and easy care.

FAQ

Does Purple Fountain Grass require frequent watering?

Once established, Purple Fountain Grass is drought-tolerant, needing only moderate watering. It’s a resilient option for low-water gardens or dry climates.

How quickly does Purple Fountain Grass grow?

With a fast growth rate, Purple Fountain Grass quickly reaches its mature height of around 1.2 meters, providing an impressive landscape effect within a single growing season.

Can Purple Fountain Grass be used in containers?

Yes, Purple Fountain Grass works wonderfully in large pots or containers, where it can add height, color, and texture to patios or entryways.

 

Height: 1.2
Width: 0.9
Native to: Africa
Foliage type: Evergreen
Growth rate: Fast
Flowers: Purple
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low Moderate

Customer Reviews

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Greg Rudak
This purple’s Grass is good in colour

It is nice I like them

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Natalie Henricks
Highly recommend

These are some of the plants I've bought which have grown a little. The tibouchina trees come as tube stock, root system developed, good condition. The grass came as a potplant, good condition and soil still moist despite being in the post for a few days. Well packed. Easy to order on line, prices reasonable and quality plants. I was not able to buy the grass from Bunnings, Mitre 10 etc, but Brisbane Plant Nursery was able to source the product for me. Very quick delivery.

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Purple Fountain Grass

Add Striking Color with Purple Fountain Grass

Purple Fountain Grass (Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum') is a stunning choice for landscaping, adding vibrant, textural interest to your landscape. With rich, reddish-purple foliage and graceful burgundy plumes, this ornamental grass delivers year-round beauty and movement to gardens, borders, and decorative pots. Ideal for residential or commercial spaces, it stands out with both colour and charm, creating a dynamic focal point wherever it’s planted.

This hardy, perennial evergreen grass thrives in full sun and adapts well to drought conditions, making it a low-maintenance addition perfect for busy gardeners. Similar to Fountain Grass, Purple Fountain Grass reaches heights of up to 1.2 meters, developing an attractive, arching shape that softens any garden design with its flowing form. Its fast growth rate means you’ll enjoy lush, clumping mature plants quickly, with vibrant colors emerging in spring, adding immediate impact to your space.

Compelling Reasons to Choose Purple Fountain Grass:

Add Purple Fountain Grass to your garden for a beautiful, long-lasting display that enhances your space with elegance and easy care.

FAQ

Does Purple Fountain Grass require frequent watering?

Once established, Purple Fountain Grass is drought-tolerant, needing only moderate watering. It’s a resilient option for low-water gardens or dry climates.

How quickly does Purple Fountain Grass grow?

With a fast growth rate, Purple Fountain Grass quickly reaches its mature height of around 1.2 meters, providing an impressive landscape effect within a single growing season.

Can Purple Fountain Grass be used in containers?

Yes, Purple Fountain Grass works wonderfully in large pots or containers, where it can add height, color, and texture to patios or entryways.

 

Size

  • 140mm
  • 200mm
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