African feather grass
Pennisetum macrourum
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
8 - 10
Flowers:
Green to yellow-green sometimes tinged with purple, yellow or brown Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
African feather grass is very drought-tolerant and should be watered only when the soil is completely dry. During spring and summer, you should water it deeply about once a week to keep the soil evenly moist. In autumn and winter, watering should be reduced or stopped altogether, as the plant will naturally go dormant during these seasons. Make sure to always check the soil first before watering; if the top inch is relatively dry, then it’s time to water.
sunlight
African feather grass thrives in full sunlight, with at least 5-6 hours of direct sunlight to show its best growth. During the summer months, the grass can benefit from morning and late afternoon sun, giving it more even light exposure throughout the day. However, in winter months African feather grass should receive full sun during the middle of the day when the sun is at its highest point in the sky. In non-tropical climates, African feather grass should be protected from the frost if possible, as the cold has the potential to damage the plant.
pruning
African feather grass (Pennisetum macrourum) should be pruned once a year in late spring, just as new growth is beginning to emerge. Pruning should aim to remove old, dead, and/or weak foliage, in order to maintain air circulation within the plant and encourage new growth. In addition to pruning, African feather grass should be cut back to a more manageable size once the flowers appear, after which the foliage can be left alone.
