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Ornamental grass typically conjures images of large plants, but the Burgundy Bunny Fountain Grass proves that is not always the case. Also known as Pennisetum alopecuroides, this compact grass stands 12 to 18 inches tall, making it a perfect fit for areas with limited space. Wispy green foliage has deep red accents for an unexpected pop of color. The creamy white flowers stand over the foliage and have a feathery texture.
This lovely grass will provide year-round color and visual interest. Plant Burgundy Bunny Fountain Grass in beds, borders, or mass plantings. Feature this love grass in a container to create a stunning mixed planting, or use it in a container solo to add a stately look to steps or a tabletop. Trim the foliage and flowers to include in arrangements. Burgundy Bunny Fountain Grass grows as a perennial in USDA zones 5 through 8.
Burgundy Bunny Fountain Grass Care
Plant in an area that receives full sun and water weekly or when the top few inches of soil dries out. Plants grown in containers will need water more frequently. This grass can handle low-quality soil, but rich soil that is moist and well-drained will support healthy growth.
Apply fertilizer in the spring to start the growing season off strong. This plant does not require much care but trim the growth in April to make way for new foliage.
Burgundy Bunny Fountain Grass Spacing
Burgundy Bunny Fountain Grass is an upright ornamental grass that will reach 12 to 18 inches tall and wide. Space clumps 12 to 18 inches apart when used in a mass planting or feature one plant in a 10- to 12-inch container.
Burgundy Bunny Fountain Grass Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 5 to 8 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Part Sun to Full Sun (5+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 1 Foot
- Mature Spread
- 1 Foot
- Growth Habit
- , Clumping, Upright
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , White
- Flower Description
- White
- Bloom Time
- Summer to Fall
- Foliage Color
- , Red
- Foliage Description
- Red
- Foliage Type
- , Herbaceous
- Seasonal Interest
- , Fall Flowering, Fall Interest
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Burgundy Bunny Fountain Grass
- Botanical Name
- PENNISETUM ALOPECUROIDES 'BURGUNDY BUNNY'
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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