Pennisetum Setaceum, African Fountain Grass, Tender Fountain Grass, Grass

Pennisetum setaceum – African Fountain Grass / Tender Fountain Grass

Botanical Name: Pennisetum setaceum
Common Names: African Fountain Grass, Tender Fountain Grass
Plant Type: Ornamental Grass
Size: Available in small to large nursery pots (approx. 20–50 cm height)

Product Description:
Pennisetum setaceum, widely known as African Fountain Grass, is a graceful, fast-growing ornamental grass prized for its elegant, arching foliage and soft, feathery flower plumes. Perfect for warm climates like the UAE, this grass brings a soft, flowing texture and natural movement to landscapes, gardens, and pots.

Key Features:

Foliage: Slender, arching green leaves with a cascading fountain shape

Flowers: Long, fluffy bottlebrush-like plumes in pink to purplish tones

Blooming Season: Late spring to fall

Height: Can grow up to 1.2–1.5 meters in ideal conditions

Sunlight: Full sun

Watering: Low to moderate – drought-tolerant once established

Soil: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil