Exemplar Horticulture
This diminutive warm season perennial grass forms a tight mound of slender, glossy green leaves that are striped with glowing white; green, foxtail-like flowers mature to golden-white; pretty cut flower; deer resistant; nice winter interest; drought tolerant once established.
Foxtail-like flowers mature to golden-white
Good in borders, rock and water-wise gardens, mass plantings and containers.
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Honey'
(Little Honey Fountain Grass)
Growing | Requirements |
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Zone | 6 (-10°F/-23°C) |
Exposure |
Full sun to part shade |
Form | |
Foliage Height |
6" (15 cm) |
Width | 8" (20 cm) |
Flower Height | 10" (25 cm) |
Flower Colour | Soft, small, creamy, bottlebrush-like flowers are held on slender stems above the foliage |
Bloom Time |
August - October |
Watering Needs | Moderate-Low. Grows best with adequate moisture but tolerates a certain amount of drought |
Soil Preferences |
Prefers an average, well-drained soil type |