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African Fountain Grass

Pennisetum setaceum, Poaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Mulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Shasta DaisyLeucanthemum × superbum
Wind ProtectionPollinator Sharing
New Zealand FlaxPhormium tenax
Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Goldmoss SedumSedum acre

Aggressive fountain grass can overwhelm small succulents through resource competition

Fountain GrassPennisetum alopecuroides

Related fountain grass species may compete when planted too closely

Giant Feather GrassStipa gigantea

Large ornamental grasses competing for growing space and resources

Uses

Functions

OrnamentalErosion Control

Common Questions

What zones does African Fountain Grass grow in?

African Fountain Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for African Fountain Grass?

Good companions for African Fountain Grass include Shasta Daisy, New Zealand Flax.

Design guilds with African Fountain Grass and see companion relationships visually.

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