Welcome to our plant database launched in March 2017.

The purpose of this database is to share information about plants you may wish to grow and inspire you to make creative choices about your garden. It is a constantly evolving resource so you will find more information and images each time you visit.

Please note this does not reflect our current stock. We have an extensive, constantly changing selection of varieties at all times so please contact us before visiting if you have a specific plant in mind.

Pennisetum setaceum 'rubrum'

Genus: Pennisetum
Species: setaceum
Variety: 'rubrum'
Plant Type: Perennial Grass

'Purple Fountain Grass' quickly grows into a broad mound of arching, burgundy-bronze tinged foliage, from which emerge very long-lasting, soft, bottle-brush flower heads in late summer and autumn. You will need to protect it in the winter. Perfect for pots or the border.