Pennisetum 'Cassian'

Those in the market for an easy way to decorate their border should look no further than Cassian Pennisetum. The appeal of this petite fountain grass is its colorful display. It's lush green foliage billows out while fuzzy flowers with pink tops rise up to for added interest in summer when they first bloom. The show doesn't stop at the end of the season though. This long lived grass has color for every season as its flowers mellow to yellow and then caramel in winter. Humans aren't the only ones who will appreciate Cassian, birds will love feasting on its seeds in autumn, a bonus for our bird lovers out there! Cassian has the patience of a saint, tolerating heat, humidity, pests and diseases without breaking a sweat. Make this fountain grass the newest addition to your border or containers today!

SKU: 38270
Genus: Pennisetum
Species: alopecuroides
Variety: 'Cassian'
Item Form: 1-Quart
Bloom Color: Beige, Cream, Light Pink, Light Yellow
Foliage Color: Olive GreenOrange
Habit: Dwarf
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Moisture Requirements: Dry, Moist, well-drained
Soil Type: Clay, Normal, loamy, Poor, Sandy
Bloom Start: Mid Summer
Bloom End: Early Fall
Uses:

• Border
• Containers
• Cut Flowers
• Everlastings
• Fall Color
• Foliage Interest
• Foundation
• Ornamental
• Outdoor
• Winter Interest

Special Features:

• Bird Lovers
• Bloom First Year
• Easy Care Plants
• Fall Foliage Changes
• Flower
• Long Bloomers

Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
State Shipping Restrictions: GU, HI, PR, VI

*Does Not Qualify for Additional Discounts