Above fine, grassy leaves there appears a constant display of furry white caterpillar-like flower heads that no-one passes by. Do not divide until spring. Will not stand many degrees of frost, but so beautiful it is worth the trouble to pot it and protect inside over winter.
Pennisetum villosum
Feathertop
Details
Aspect | Full sun |
Flower Colour | White | Green | Purple |
Flowering Period | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep |
Foliage | Not evergreen |
Goes Well With | Allium, Euphorbia, Hylotelephium |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Hardiness | Hardy in a sheltered position |
Height | 60cm |
Soil | Light, well-drained |
Spread | 60cm |
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