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Jester Ornamental Millet

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Light Needs

Light Needs

Full Shade to Full Sun
(Can Grow In Most Sunlight Conditions)
Mature Height

Mature Height

3-4 Feet
Mature Spread

Mature Spread

6-18 Inches

Pennisetum glaucum ‘Jester’ is an outstanding ornamental grass for all gardens. This annual grass has nodding, ribbon-like foliage tinged with maroon. By fall, its bottlebrush inflorescences transform into large, cylindrical seed spikes that are deep reddish-brown in color. Growing 3-4 feet tall, Jester Ornamental Millet has attractive upright growth. It is an excellent plant for fall and winter interest, as its dried foliage remains standing through the cold months. 

Jester Ornamental Millet adds vertical structure to gardens. Its deep foliage color makes it a good companion to colorful flowering annuals. Use this plant as a dramatic focal point in mixed beds or grow several of them as a backdrop for shorter annuals and perennials. Jester Ornamental Millet can be grown in containers as a thriller. Its seed heads attract numerous birds.

Jester Ornamental Millet Care

Plant Jester Ornamental Millet in full sun for more intense burgundy foliage. Expect more green foliage when growing this plant in partial shade. Jester Ornamental Millet needs average, well-drained soil and will tolerate sandy soils. Once established, it is drought tolerant but benefits from supplemental watering. Fertilize Jester Ornamental Millet soon after planting with a balanced fertilizer. If desired, trim back the dried foliage in the fall.

Jester Ornamental Millet is a warm-season grass, meaning that it grows rapidly in the summer heat. This fast-growing annual starts growing in late spring or early summer and will turn brown during cool weather. Hardy to zones 8-11, Jester Ornamental Millet is best treated as an annual in cooler zones and will not grow successfully indoors over the winter. 

Jester Ornamental Millet Spacing

Plant Jester Ornamental Millet 10-16 inches apart from other plants. This grass is best grown in containers of at least a gallon or more, especially in mixed container plantings.

Jester Ornamental Millet Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 8 - 11
Plant Type: Annuals
Light Exposure: Full Shade to Full Sun (Can Grow In Most Sunlight Conditions)
Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet
Mature Spread: 10 - 16 Inches
Spacing: 10 - 16 Inches
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Pink
Flower Description: Pink Shades
Bloom Period: Spring to Winter
Foliage Type: Deciduous, Variegated
Foliage Color(s): Red
Foliage Description: Burgundy Shades
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, Fall Interest, Winter Interest, 4 Season Interest
Watering: Average
Resists: N/A
Tolerates: Heat
Attracts: N/A
Container Role: Thriller
Uses: Containers
Features: Foliage Interest
Brand:
Common Name: Jester Ornamental Millet
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: Pennisetum glaucum 'Jester'
SKU:
MILJE123
Container Sizes

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.

3.5 Pot
3.5" Pot

Also Known As:
3.5" Container
 

Plant Age:
~ 6 months

Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"

Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W

Volume:
~1.42 quarts

4.25 Pot
4.25" Pot

Also Known As:
4.25" Container
 

Plant Age:
~ 6 months

Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"

Pot Size:
~ 4.93"H x 4.25"W

Volume:
~1.56 pints

Quart Pot
Quart Pot

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

#1 Pot
#1 Pot

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

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