pennisetum x advena
The 'Pennisetum x advena 'Summer Samba' is an ornamental grass with upright growth and narrow leaves that are reddish-green in colour. Whether used as a border plant or alone in a decorative pot, it provides a nice contrast to other flowering shrubs. This is due to its beautiful silver-purple fluffy plumes, which look just like brushes.
dimensions & properties
colour plant: green and silver/purple coloured.
care tips
Fountain grass prefers a position in full sun or half-shadow and a well-drained, moderately fertile soil that is not too heavy. This pennisetum is fairly Hardy and drought-tolerant, and tolerates sea wind and air pollution well.