Pennisetum Sky Rocket
Plant Details
A clump of striking cream and green foliage, with fantastic pink flower spikes rocketing skywards from mid summer to autumn
Month Available: August
Evergreen / Deciduous: Evergreen
Flower Colour: Pink
Suitable For Wildlife: None
Soil Type: Well-drained
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Season of Interest: Summer
Flower/Foliage/Berries: Flowers
Plant Type: Annuals
Hardy: Protect from frost
Main Attribute: Foliage Interest
Height / Spread: 90cm x 60cm (24in x 16in)
Growing Tips & Additional Information
These are wonderful focal points and look excellent in a mixed border
Where to Plant: Patio pots
Pests and Diseases: None
Plant Care: Dry mulch in winter and remove dead foliage in spring
Care and Time: Medium - winter
Warning: None
Benefits: Excellent structural form. Good foliage colour
History: Pennisetum is a widespread genus of plants in the grass family, native to tropical and warm temperate countries. They are known commonly as fountaingrasses