.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Rubrum' Fountain Grass, Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum' Description This ornamental grass features striking deep burgundy foliage with graceful, feathery plumes. It reaches a height of 2 to 3 feet and provides visual interest throughout the growing season, making it ideal for focal points and borders. Suggested Uses Perfect for containers, garden beds, and landscape accents. Its vibrant color adds a dramatic touch to mixed borders and drought-tolerant landscapes. Plant Details Botanical Name: Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum' Common Name: Rubrum Fountain Grass Size & Growth: 2-3 ft tall, spreads up to 2 ft Hardiness Zones: 8-11 Foliage Type: Deciduous, Ornamental Grass Bloom Time: Summer to Fall Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-Toxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Other ornamental grasses, drought-tolerant plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Space 18-24 inches apart. Soil Moisture: Low to Moderate; tolerate drought once established Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil Humidity: Average garden humidity Pruning Instructions: Cut back in late winter before new growth begins. Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones, otherwise treat as perennial in suitable zones Planting Depth: Set root ball level with ground surface Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in spring Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent disease