Dark Burgundy Purple Fountain Grass Seeds - Flower Plant

Dark Burgundy Purple Fountain Grass is an ornamental grass valued for its upright, arching growth habit and rich burgundy to purple foliage. It is commonly grown in landscape borders, mass plantings, containers, and accent gardens where it provides texture and seasonal color. The plant performs best in full sun with well-drained soil and adapts well to warm growing conditions. Suitable for ornamental landscapes, it adds movement and visual interest throughout the growing season.

Features

• Ornamental grass with upright, arching foliage
• Produces burgundy to purple leaves and soft flower plumes
• Suitable for borders, containers, and landscape accents
• Adaptable to warm growing conditions
• Performs well in full sun
• Suitable for ornamental landscape plantings

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cenchrus setaceus 'Rubrum' (syn. Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum')
• Common Name (US): Purple Fountain Grass
• Seed Type / Variety: Ornamental Grass Seed
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming perennial
• USDA Zones: 9–11 (grown as an annual in cooler regions)
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Season Months: March–May
• Germination: 10–21 days at 70–75°F (21–24°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained loamy or sandy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate
• Mature Plant Size: 3–5 ft tall, 2–4 ft spread
• Plant Spacing: 24–36 in apart