White Fountain Grass Seeds – Ornamental

White Fountain Grass is a graceful ornamental grass known for its soft, arching plumes and lush green foliage that turns golden in fall. This elegant grass variety adds texture, movement, and beauty to landscapes, borders, and garden beds. The creamy-white flower spikes create a fountain-like effect, enhancing any outdoor setting with their gentle sway in the breeze. White Fountain Grass is low-maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and thrives in warm, sunny areas. It’s an excellent choice for home gardeners seeking a versatile and attractive addition to their garden.

Features:

• Produces white, feathery plumes resembling a flowing fountain.

• Adds structure and visual appeal to gardens and landscapes.

• Heat and drought tolerant after establishment.

• Suitable for borders, containers, and decorative garden edges.

• Attracts birds and adds movement to outdoor spaces.

• Low-maintenance and easy to grow in various soil types.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘White Fountain’

• Common Name (US): Fountain Grass

• Plant Type: Perennial ornamental grass

• Foliage Color: Green turning golden in autumn

• Flower Color: Creamy white plumes

• Height: 24–36 inches (60–90 cm)

• Spread: 24–30 inches (60–75 cm)

• Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once mature

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Days to Maturity: 90–100 days

• Sowing Method: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger passes

• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

• Growing Season: Spring through Fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9

• Best Planting Months (by Zone):

  • Zones 5–6: April to May

  • Zones 7–8: March to April

  • Zones 9: February to March

• Use: Landscape borders, garden edging, decorative planters, and natural screening