Purple Fountain Grass
Cenchrus setaceus 'Rubrum'
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Purple Fountain Grass is a striking ornamental grass with deep burgundy to black foliage that forms an elegant arching mound. It produces feathery purple plumes in late summer through fall, making it a dramatic accent plant for borders and containers. Cenchrus setaceus is sometimes reported as invasive by Cal-IPC. It self-seeds prolifically and displaces native vegetation in wildland areas, particularly in coastal and desert habitats.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
East Africa
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
pH Range
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Purple Fountain Grass is a striking ornamental grass with deep burgundy to black foliage that forms an elegant arching mound. It produces feathery purple plumes in late summer through fall, making it a dramatic accent plant for borders and containers. Cenchrus setaceus is sometimes reported as invasive by Cal-IPC. It self-seeds prolifically and displaces native vegetation in wildland areas, particularly in coastal and desert habitats.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Purple Fountain Grass grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
East Africa
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
pH Range
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation