Our custom mix of the above four varieties. The young plants branch densely from the base and produce a column of fragrant, minty foliage supporting the dusty-rose colored flowers which seem to singularly supply all the nectar needed by our local butterflies and hummingbirds. Though treated as an annual here, plants are hardy in the warmer parts of Zone 7 and south. Where perennial, they will grow an extra foot and bloom each year in late May and June. Full or half sun.
Plants prefer at least one half sun.
Fountain Grass has the enviable ability to fit with equal style in the casual wild garden or the tailored formal garden. Plants quickly form substantial, fountain-shaped clumps of very thin, dark green foliage to 3 feet tall. The plants face winter bravely, however, and remain a parchment brown until snow takes its toll, usually by February for us. Grow plenty in the country garden or a few as accents in a formal bed or border. No longer available.