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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Piglet'

Fountain Grass

Silvery-pink foxtail plumes emerge in the summer. Our favorite form of dwarf fountain grass due to its reliability over the winter. Creates an awesome effect in mass plantings and in containers. 

  • Category:Perennials
  • Patent:PP19074
  • Hardiness Zone:5-9
  • Tall:18-24 Inches
  • Wide:18-24 Inches
  • Bloom Color: White
Attributes
• Compact Size
• Disease Resistant
• Drought Tolerant
• Fall Foliage
• Low Maintenance
• Salt Tolerant
• Upright
Flower Color
• Pink
• White
Foliage Color
• Green
Best Usage
• Border or Bed
• Container
• Edging
• Mass Planting
• Naturalizing
Soil Moisture Preference
• Average
• Moist
• Good Drainage
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Late Summer
• Fall
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
• Fall
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Growth Rate
• Medium
Unlicensed propagation prohibited?
• Yes
Additional Information about Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Piglet'

Silvery-pink foxtail plumes emerge in the summer. Our favorite form of dwarf fountain grass due to its reliability over the winter. Creates an awesome effect in mass plantings and in containers.

Asexual propagation prohibited.