Feather pennisetum
Setaria parviflora
Feather pennisetum (Setaria parviflora) is a fine-textured perennial grass well suited to partially shaded borders, meadow plantings, or naturalised areas. It is easy to grow, requires little fertilisation, and its bristly seed heads provide ornamental interest and bird forage through autumn and winter. Divide clumps every few years in spring to keep plants vigorous.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
6″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately To Keep Soil Lightly Moist; Tolerates Brief Dry Spells Once Established
Soil pH
6 – 7
Temperature
-30° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 16, 2022 by Blue Bottle (cc-by-sa)
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