Q Some of my ornamental grasses (Pink Muhly and Hameln fountain grass) have developed rotten cores. Should I dig them up and replant? If so, what is the best planting method for these grasses? I read ...
Q • I have some ornamental Dwarf fountain grass plants at the end of my driveway. I have noticed that some of the seeds must have blown off into my lawn. They seem to be sprouting throughout my lawn ...
Q: Does purple fountain grass spread? If so, would planting it in the bed in a bottomless pot keep it from spreading? — P.S., Pearland A: Purple fountain grass makes a clump that gradually increases ...
I have these plants on either side of my sidewalk. They have pretty purple plumes and I added some ivy & really like the way they turned out. This is the first year I've bought them. My question is ...
I have written many times about the attributes of ornamental grasses in our landscapes. Their unique texture contrasts nicely against the coarser foliage of both broadleaf evergreen and deciduous ...
“This cute dwarf fountain grass will have you hopping with pleasure when you see the fluffy white blooms rise above the 12-inch tall mound of grassy foliage in late summer and autumn. The leaves turn ...
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How to Grow and Care for Fountain Grass

Learn how to plant this popular ornamental greenery. Easy to care for and teeming with design opportunities, fountain grass, also known as Pennisetum, is a hardy, beautiful plant for both beginner ...
I would like to know how to care for my hardy pampas and dwarf pampas grass for the winter. Also, can the "feathers" be used for decoration in the home? Taking care of any ornamental grass is pretty ...
Stand-out grasses add useful ground cover and autumn texture Fountain grass: Pennisetum Pink dahlia September in the garden has a distinct look as summer gently gives way to autumn. Late autumn ...