.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; } Hameln' Dwarf Fountain Grass Grass, Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' Description This compact, clump-forming grass features soft, arching foliage and plumed flower spikes that bloom in late summer to fall. Its dense, erect growth habit makes it ideal for borders, meadows, and container plantings, providing movement and texture to garden designs. Suggested Uses Perfect for low-maintenance garden borders, perennial beds, and container arrangements. Its attractive form adds aesthetic appeal in both sunny and partially shaded areas. Plant Details Botanical Name: Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' Common Name: Hameln' Dwarf Fountain Grass Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall and wide, with clumping, upright habit Hardiness Zones: 5-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous to semi-evergreen Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for pots Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to cats and dogs Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Sedum, Echinacea, ornamental grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring after the last frost, in a well-drained soil in full sun. Soil Moisture: Moderate, avoid waterlogging Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy Humidity: Average, tolerant of dry conditions once established Pruning Instructions: Cut back in late winter or early spring to encourage healthy growth. Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery pot Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in spring Special Care: Deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom period