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Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Moudry’ clump-forming, semi-evergreen ornamental grass which has glossy, dark green leaves that shift to a yellowish orange hue in autumn. In July and August fluffy, bottlebrush spikes of dark purple-black flowers appear adding colour and charisma to your planting. These ‘flowers’ shift to a silvery hue as they dry – allowing them to shimmer as they sway in the autumnal breezes. Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Moudry’ works well in herbaceous borders or in a prairie-style garden. Also perfect in a container and as a cut grass for floral displays. prefer well-drained soil in full sun, preferably with a south or west facing aspect. A half-hardy perennial which can be planted as annuals or offered protection from frost if you wish to retain them for the following year. Prefers a spot in well-drained soil which benefits from full sun and a south or west facing aspect. Reaches a mature height and spread of 90cm.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Pennisetum Moudry 1 litre |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Chinese fountain grass |
| Hardiness | H3 (-1 to -5°C) |
| Colour | Purple |
| Type | Perennial |
| Format | 1 Litre Pots |
| Position | Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Semi-Evergreen |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 0.90 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.90 |
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Loam Sand |
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral |
| Aspect | East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing |
| Drought Tolerant | Yes |
| Good for pots | Yes |
| Good for Rockeries | Yes |
| Good for wildlife | Yes |
| Good for cutting | Yes |
| Good for groundcover | Yes |
