Sometimes you just want to have a little fun. Voila! Purple fountain grass. This annual grass is fun to grow and requires no long-term commitment; grow it for a season and then swap it out for something new next year. It's right at home with this coneflower called Sundown, which was selected for its warm tones. This simple vignette is backed by a wonderful conifer (Cedrus deodara 'Silver Mist') which offers all-season structure and good looks. (Zone rating on this combo presumes purple fountain grass is grown as annual).
Zone:
6, 7, 8, 9
Exposure:
Full Sun, Part Sun
Water Needs:
Average, Low
Style:
Northwest Eclectic
Features:
Drought Tolerant, Fabulous Foliage, Flower Fest, Warm Colors
Focus:
Mixed Border, Saving Water
Seasons of Interest:
Fall, Summer
Maintenance Level:
low
Silver Mist Deodar Cedar
Type:
Conifer, Shrub
Exposure:
Full Sun
Zone:
6, 7, 8, 9
Sundown Coneflower
Type:
Perennial
Exposure:
Full Sun, Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat
Zone:
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Purple Fountain Grass
Type:
Annual or Biennial, Grass / Grass-Like, Tender Perennial
Exposure:
Zone:
8, 9, 10, 11