Pennisetum orientale (Oriental Fountain Grass) summer-blooming Try it with Shasta Daisies

Try it with Shasta Daisies to emphasize that bold look

Favored by Hosta lovers and experts

turning tan color over winter

Dainty orange-copper flowers appear in mid to late spring just above the 8-10" tall foliage

Figure the height at 3-5'

Pennisetum orientale (Oriental Fountain Grass) summer-blooming Try it with Shasta DaisiesThis is another Fountain Grass with fox tail like flowers from July to October that grow to 2 3' in height. Its look is more delicate and open than alopecuroides or 'Hameln'. Its foliage has a gray green appearance that blends with its lovely, purplish pink, arching seed heads that turn white later in the summer. Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 9