- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 12 - 24 Inches
- Mature Spread 12 - 24 Inches
- Growing Zones 5 - 8
Every garden has a spot that could use a nice bright shot of color, especially late in the summer when other plants are starting to fade. Lumen Gold™ Fountain Grass has an ever changing color palette that always looks fresh and perky. Changing from pale yellow to electric lemon and orange shades at the first frosts in fall. This herbaceous perennial will hold its foliage very late in the winter making it semi-evergreen. Adding Lumen Gold™ to containers will provide year-round interest for a patio or deck.
Fountain Grass is very low maintenance and can be used as an edging plant along a sidewalk or driveway, planted in large groups on a slope for erosion control or serve as the anchor plant in a mixed seasonal container. Deer and rabbit resistant. Ornamental grasses are rarely bothered by pests or diseases. Lumen Gold has airy flower plumes that stand above the foliage and make wonderful additions to a fresh or dried flower arrangement. The acidic yellow of Lumen Gold™ Fountain Grass contrasts lovely with the purple - maroon foliage color of Heuchera, Sweet Potato vine or Purple Fountain Grass.
Lumen Gold™ Fountain Grass Care
Fountain Grass will grow in just about any spot. Full sun to part shade. Slightly clay to sandy soil. Fertile to poor soil. The most important requirement is well drained soil that holds moisture. A deep, regular watering in the first year helps to encourage deep rooting and establish drought resistance when Lumen Gold™ is mature.
Lumen Gold™ Fountain Grass benefits from an annual hard cutback. This is done in the early spring when new growth emerges. Light feeding with a well balanced, slow release fertilizer can also be applied in the early spring. Fertilizing is more important if Lumen Gold™ Fountain Grass is planted in a container. Dividing is recommended every 3-4 years to reinvigorate growth.
Lumen Gold™ Fountain Grass Spacing
The compact size of Lumen Gold™ makes it easy to plant in any nook or cranny where you need a bright spot of color. The mature height is 12-24 inches and the spread is 24-36 inches. Spacing plants at 30 inches on center is recommended.
Lumen Gold™ Fountain Grass Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 12 - 24 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 24 - 36 Inches |
| Spacing: 24 - 36 Inches |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): Brown |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Yellow |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Bees, Birds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Lumen Gold™ Fountain Grass |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: PENNISETUM ALOPECUROIDES `LUMEN GOLD` |
- SKU:
- 1231010640-pc
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.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
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
2.5 Quart
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
#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
#2 Pot
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
#3 Pot
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
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations