Praline Dwarf Fountain Grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Praline'™) Unavailable

Praline Dwarf Fountain Grass

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Praline'™

Dwarf Fountain Grass

Currently unavailable

A perfect sterile replacement for 'Little Bunny', this variety stays compact and has a long blooming season but won't reseed in unwanted areas. Buff to burgundy seed heads are held above narrow, bright green foliage through summer and into fall. Great for parkstrips, low borders, or mass plantings.

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Plant facts

Mature height12-18"
Mature spread12"
Growth rateModerate
SunFull Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun)
WaterModerate
USDA hardiness zone5
Flower colorPurple shades
Foliage colorGreen

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Quick answers

How big does Praline Dwarf Fountain Grass get?

About 12-18" tall and 12" wide at maturity.

How much sun does Praline Dwarf Fountain Grass need?

Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).

How much water does Praline Dwarf Fountain Grass need?

Moderate water use.

Will Praline Dwarf Fountain Grass grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?

It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.

Where can I buy Praline Dwarf Fountain Grass in Utah?

Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.

Can landscape contractors buy Praline Dwarf Fountain Grass wholesale?

Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.

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