Description
Stunning annual fountain grass from the University of Georgia and offered in the Athens Select Plant Collection. Deep-purple foliage color intensifies with summer. The wide blades and upright habit make this an outstanding selection for containers and landscapes. Similar to Pennisetum 'Prince,' but 'Princess' has a smaller form.
Tray Size: 38 plants
Common Name: Ornamental napier grass
USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 - 11
Mature Height: 48 inches
Seedhead Color: Red
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Patent/Royalty: PP17728 .22 per plant included in tray price
Season: |
Warm Weather |
Pot Size: |
38 plant plug tray |
Common Name: |
Ornamental napier grass |
Zone: |
7 |
Zone: |
8 |
Zone: |
9 |
Zone: |
10 |
Zone: |
11 |
Height: |
3-4 ft |
Color: |
Red |
Light Preference: |
Full Sun |
Light Preference: |
Part Shade |
Patent - Royalty: |
PP17728 .22 per plant |
Genus: |
Pennisetum |
Warranty
Plugs per Tray 38. Depth 3". Volume (max. dry) cubic inches: 8.54
Recommended Finish Size: 1 gallon
Growing Media: Well-draining commercial media
Growing Temperature: 70-80 F (days) 55-65 F (nights)
Soil PH: 5.8-6.2
Soil EC: 1-1.5
Finish Time for Spring Sale: 8 - 10 weeks
Growing Info: Apply fungicide drench at transplant.
Fertilizing: Constant liquid feed at low levels of 100 - 150 ppm N
Moisture Level: Allow plants to dry between ample waterings.
Watch for Pest and Disease: Aphids, mealybugs, spider mites, root and crown rot
Vernalization Requirements: Not required.
Supplemental Lighting: 12+ hours photoperiod
Growth Regulators: Generally, not needed.
Day Length: Long Day
Other: Follow monthly broad spectrum fungicide control program.
Recommended Finish Size: 1 gallon
Growing Media: Well-draining commercial media
Growing Temperature: 70-80 F (days) 55-65 F (nights)
Soil PH: 5.8-6.2
Soil EC: 1-1.5
Finish Time for Spring Sale: 8 - 10 weeks
Growing Info: Apply fungicide drench at transplant.
Fertilizing: Constant liquid feed at low levels of 100 - 150 ppm N
Moisture Level: Allow plants to dry between ample waterings.
Watch for Pest and Disease: Aphids, mealybugs, spider mites, root and crown rot
Vernalization Requirements: Not required.
Supplemental Lighting: 12+ hours photoperiod
Growth Regulators: Generally, not needed.
Day Length: Long Day
Other: Follow monthly broad spectrum fungicide control program.
