Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln Gold' (PBR)
Chinese fountain grass
In spring, the fresh new foliage of this eye-catching grass emerges a bright golden yellow, but as the seasons progress and the...
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Plant description
In spring, the fresh new foliage of this eye-catching grass emerges a bright golden yellow, but as the seasons progress and the temperatures rise, it softens to lemon-green. Intially quite upright, the foliage becomes more arching as it ages, and the tussock-like clumps are topped from midsummer with fluffy flowerspikes, which are often retained well into autumn. It makes a great addition to a sunny patio, low mantenance border or sensory garden.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
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Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Pennisetum alopecuroides Hameln Gold (PBR):
Comb through the plant in late winter to remove dead foliage. Feed with a general purpose fertiliser during the growing season and if necessary, lift and divide over-large clumps in early spring.
Please note:
This grass dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
