A dwarf, compact fountain grass forming neat mounds of fine green foliage topped with creamy bottlebrush plumes. Lower-seeding and well-mannered, it suits borders, edging and containers.
At a glance
- Plant type: Ornamental grass
- Mature size: 60 cm H × 50 cm W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Dwarf Fountain Grass 'Hameln'
Botanically, Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' is an moderate-growing ornamental grass in the Poaceae family. It reaches around 60 cm tall and 50 cm wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Cream green flowers appear in summer and autumn.
Where to grow Dwarf Fountain Grass 'Hameln'
Dwarf Fountain Grass 'Hameln' suits subtropical, warm-temperate and cool-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Dwarf Fountain Grass 'Hameln' does best in clay and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Dwarf Fountain Grass 'Hameln' is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Dwarf Fountain Grass 'Hameln' after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Dwarf Fountain Grass 'Hameln' in the garden
Dwarf Fountain Grass 'Hameln' earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, pots and courtyard containers and holding soil on banks and slopes. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Dwarf Fountain Grass 'Hameln' with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Buying Dwarf Fountain Grass 'Hameln'
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