Grass - Oriental Ftn Tall Tales
The Grass 'Oriental Fountain Grass Tall Tales', Pennisetum orientale ‘Tall Tales’, is upright and arching. Wonderful in the border plantings or in planters, this beautiful and elegant Pennisetum is prized for its showy pink flowers. One of the longest blooming and best clumping grasses.
The nodding, 12" long flower spikes are an attractive purplish-pink color and are excellent as cut flowers. Does not generally set seed. Prefers well-draining soil in full sun, but tolerates partial shade. Also tolerant of high temperatures, high humidity, high wind, drought, acidic to alkaline soils, and is pest free. Makes a dramatic statement anywhere in the landscape.
Plant Facts
| Family | Pennisetum orientale 'Tall Tales' |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Green to Copper to Brown |
| Mature Height | 30 - 42 inches |
| Mature Spread | 30 - 42 inches |
| Soil | Well Drained |
| Zones | 6-9 |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Mature Form | Upright, Arching |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Fall Color | Yellow, Brown |
Quick Overview
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