Pennisetum Summer Samba
Plant Details
Sensational dark maroon to bronze green leaves turning darker at the tips, in early spring, whilst showy silver pink flower spikes dance above the foliage from mid-summer
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