Pennisetum setacum Fireworks
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Pennisetum setacum Fireworks

Fantastic foliage colour. Arching leaves with bold stripes of red, pink and green mature to a rich burgundy. Showy purple flowerspikes in mid-Summer to Autumn. Half hardy. Also good in pots on patio. Height 90cm. Spread 60cm.

Weight0.00000000 kg
ColourPurple
Flowering MonthAugust, October, September
Height61-90 cm
ConditionFree Draining, Moist Soil
AspectSunny
SuitabilityContainer, Cutflower, Foliage Plant, Seaside
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Fantastic foliage colour. Arching leaves with bold stripes of red, pink and green mature to a rich burgundy. Showy purple flowerspikes in mid-Summer to Autumn. Half hardy. Also good in pots on patio. Height 90cm. Spread 60cm.

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