Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose'

Oriental Fountain Grass

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Common Name: 

Oriental Fountain Grass

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

36°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

100 cm

Maximum width: 

90 cm

Oriental Fountain Grass (Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose') - Description

Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose' displays clouds of smoky rose-purple flowers which burst into color already in June. New plumes are continuously displayed all summer long and gently sway in the slightest breeze. 'Karley Rose' is a vigorous grower that looks spectacular when planted in masses.

Oriental Fountain Grass (Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose') - Blooming

Bears bristly, feathery spikelets. Some are purple, others are yellow and pink.

Oriental Fountain Grass (Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose') - Growth

Feathery, bottlebrush or bushy, foxtail like seed heads. Annuals and hardy and tender perennials. Clump forming grasses. Grows best in full sun. Works well as part of a border or rock garden. The spikelets make nice additions to a fresh or dried flower ensemble.

Oriental Fountain Grass (Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose') - Planting

Propagate by division in spring or early summer, or by seeds in early spring. Some species self-seed at high rates.

Oriental Fountain Grass (Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose') - Pest

Pennisetum is prone to rust, eye spot, and leaf spots.

Oriental Fountain Grass (Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose') - Interesting facts

Pennisetum is found worldwide in tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate areas. Species are used as a type of millet.

Oriental Fountain Grass (Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose') - Soil and irrigation

Average to rich, well-draining soil.

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