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Graceful Grasses
Pennisetum purpureum 'Vertigo'
Pearl Millet

Photo courtesy of Proven Winners


- Large purple/black grass that is a great architectural element in the garden
- Award Winner
- Foliage Interest
- Heat Tolerant

Award Winning

Border or Bed

Container

Cut Flower/ Foliage

Dried Flower/ Foliage

Great Foliage

Heat Tolerant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Deadheading Not Necessary. Dramatic garden effect in clusters, mass plantings, or along slopes. A favorite for fresh or dried arrangements. Pest and disease-free.
Height: 48-96 in
Spread: 24-36 in
Spacing: 24-36 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~6 ½” pot
Bloom Color: Purple
Zone: 8-11
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
- Low Maintenance
- Heat Tolerant
- Container
- Fall Color
- No Deadheading
- Great Foliage
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Award Winning
- Ornamental Grass
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Purple
- Black
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
- Spring Bloomer
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water