Pennisetum 'First Knight'

First Knight Fountain Grass

  • Incredible foliage
  • Can be used as an annual or perennial

  • Category: Ornamental Grass
  • Alternate Cultivar: 'Tift 10'
  • Patent: PP25,515
  • Hardiness Zone: 7-11
  • Height: 4-5 ft
  • Spread: 2-3 ft

This garden standout will fill space quickly with its extremely dark, purple-black, upright, sword-like foliage. Outstanding summer show. Can be grown as an annual where it is not winter hardy. Perfect for grouping or as a single specimen.

Attributes
Cut Flower/Foliage
Focal Point
Foliage Color
Black
Purple
Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Pennisetum 'First Knight'

Thrives with full sun in well-drained soil. Fertilize yearly with an organic fertilizer. Prune to within 4" of ground level in late winter.