Purple Baron Ornamental Millet (Pennisetum glaucum 'Purple Baron') is a striking ornamental grass known for deep purple-burgundy foliage that darkens with age and dramatic purple seed heads/plumes that appear in summer. Prefers part sun and well-drained soils.
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Type: |
Orn. Grass |
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Origins: |
Eastern Asia to Western Australia |
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Height: |
3' - 5' |
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Spread: |
2' - 3' |
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Spacing: |
2' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun, Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
Brown |
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Season of Interest: |
Summer, Fall |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance plant. Water regularly. Cut foliage to ground in winter. Watch for rust or leaf spot in high humidity conditions.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Edging, Woodland Garden, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Tickseed, Yarrow, Blanket Flower
IMAGES: Photos by Ball Seed Purple Baron Ornamental Millet
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
