Exemplar Horticulture
This stately tender perennial grass forms a large tuft of broad, palm-like elongated leaves that are attractively pleated; clusters of airy flowers rise on robust, upright, hair-covered stems, maturing to pale brown seedheads; good in flower arrangements; drought tolerant once established.
Good in flower arrangements
Nice in containers, seaside, shade and water-wise gardens; also good near water
Setaria palmifolia
(Palm Grass)
Growing | Requirements |
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Zone |
9 (20°F/-7°C) |
Exposure |
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Form | |
Foliage Height |
48" (122 cm) |
Width | 60" (152 cm) |
Flower Height |
72" (183 cm) |
Flower Colour | Green |
Bloom Time |
August - September |
Watering Needs | High-Low. Drought tolerant once established |
Soil Preferences |
Tolerates a wide range of soil types |