The
Selecta grasses assortment is said to be the best assortment of Pennisetum worldwide. They are all cold hardy in zones 9-10 so would either be annuals or container plants in most of the U.S. They are gorgeous colors with dramatic flower plumes.
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Pennisetum Cherry Sparkler |
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Pennisetum Fireworks |
New this year is Pennisetum setaceum Cherry Sparkler from Ronald Strasko (Bred in the US).
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Pennisetum Sky Rocket |
Bred in the UK, Sky Rocket is variegated greens. The flowers are smoke pink.
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Pennisetum setaceum Red Fountain Grass |
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