Pennisetum setaceum 'Eaton Canyon'

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Eaton Canyon Fountain Grass

 
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: El Nativo

 

Description

Very useful, smaller grass for desert and drought situations. Mature size of about 3' tall and wide. This fountain grass puts up pinkish-red flower plumes in the summer. Fares well in ground or container, tolerates full sun, reflected heat and drought. Rarely sets seed.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover, Grass

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

 

Flower Color

Blue, Purple, White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.