Pennisetum setaceum 'Cherry Sparkler' ~ Cherry Sparkler Pennisteum, Fountain Grass size-1-g and tightly compact habit

and tightly compact habit

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Large panicles of rose-pink flowers bloom from summer until fall

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Pennisetum setaceum 'Cherry Sparkler' ~ Cherry Sparkler Pennisteum, Fountain Grass size-1-g and tightly compact habitCheery Sparkler Pennisetum is a dramatic warm season ornamental grass with narrow green and cream variegated foliage with pink or rose hues that vary in intensity. Upright stems sporting fluffy burgundy bottle brush like flower spikes bloom throughout summer and turn brown in fall. Grows best with full sun and medium well drained soils. Drought tolerant once established. Type: Orn. Grass Height: 2' 3' Spread: 1. 5' 3' Spacing: 1. 5 USDA Hardiness