Pennisetum rupelli - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The Fountain grass 'Rupelli' (Pennisetum setaceum) is a decorative design element in the garden which, with its bushy growth, also adorns pots on balconies or terraces. The yellow flower fronds adorn this grass from summer onwards. It feels most at home in a sunny spot with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. In favourable conditions, this hardy grass reaches a height of approx. 1.3 m and grows up to 1.2 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* Cut flower * very beautiful in a tub

Frost hardiness
The Fountain grass 'Rupelli' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bushy.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- Regular watering in summer is particularly important. Morning or evening is the best time for this. It should also be watered slowly and, if possible, not over the flowers and leaves. - This plant should not be cut back in autumn as it looks pretty in winter or the dead plant parts serve as winter protection. Only prune in spring before new shoots appear.

Flower
The yellow flowers appear from July to October.

Use
Tub, cutting