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Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum' look alike?

15 years ago

This is a really wonderful grass but not hardy in my zone. I'd like to find something with a similar growth habit to replace them. I use them on my condo (read, small) property line where the 3 foot height and sturdy upright growth define the edge without intruding on my neighbor and they seldom get knocked over by storms. Any suggestions?

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donn_
15 years ago
There really isn't anything perennial in your zone which will match the look. Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose' has blooms which are very similar, but the foliage is green, and the habit is a bit more sprawling.

If you can take a different look, there are dozens of other grasses with good upright habits and similar sizes. Some are even more upright, and have extremely handsome blooms as well.

Use the Ornamental Grass Comparison Chart linked below, and shop by height and habit. Then bore in to look at the photos to help find substitutes.

Here is a link that might be useful: Bluestem Ornamental Grass Comparison Chart
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