Pennisetum advena 'Tus022'

Synonyms

Pennisetum advena 'Tus022'

Grass Like

A compact, clump-forming, deciduous ornamental grass to 100cm in height, with a neat, rounded habit and dark maroon-red, grass-like strappy foliage. Strong plumes of bottlebrush-like reddish-silver flowers appear from summer, blooming well into the autumn. Provides movement and colour in flower borders or as a feature in a pot as a stand-alone plant or as part of a summer display. Low maintenance once established, and does not become untidy or encroach on other plants like other varieties may do

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.5-1 metres

Max Spread

0.5-1 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
1–2 years
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres
Max Height
0.5-1 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H3
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Poaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Columnar upright
Genus
Pennisetum can be annual or perennial, evergreen or deciduous grasses, clump-forming or spreading in habit, with linear leaves and narrow flowering panicles with conspicuous bristles
Name Status
Synonym

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in well-drained soil in full sun. No need to stake. Water during dry periods to maintain flowering, and feed lightly in spring to promote vigorous growth and flowering. See ornamental grasses cultivation for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Cut flowers

Pruning

Cut back old foliage to just above ground level in early spring, before the new growth appears

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free