Dwarf Fountain Grass

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'

Nature Hills Nursery

Compact Hameln Cultivar Stays Half the Size of Standard Fountain Grass for Smaller Spaces
Thrives in Zones 5-9
Showy Yellow Blooms From Late Summer to Early Fall
Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Pollution Tolerant
Native, Pollinator-Friendly - Attracts Songbirds

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Plant Size

Quart Container #1 Container #2 Container #3 Container

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Drought resistant, Flowering, Evergreen, Attracts pollinators
Hardiness Zone	5a to 9b
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	1-2 ft
Width	1-2 ft
Watering Needs	Low
Growth Rate	Moderate
Growth Habit	Compact, Spreading
Plant Life Cycle	Perennial
Blooms In	Fall, Summer
Flower Color	Yellow
Fragrant	Yes
Native	Yes
Suitable Space	Outdoors
Plant Name	Grass
Botanical Name	Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'
Species	alopecuroides
Cultivar	Hameln
Class	Poales
Does Not Ship To	AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, OR, PR, UT, WA

Easy-style ornamentals, the Hameln Dwarf Fountain Grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln') is a fabulous accent in an easy-care landscape, try this compact grass for your landscape next time you are in need of a year-round garden accent! You'll love the graceful flower spikes and splashy foliage.

Narrow, arching leaves sway in the slightest breeze and truly grow a fountain-like appearance. Starting in mid-summer, bristly, buff-colored seedheads thrust up and out of the foliage. They'll shine and sparkle for you in sunlight, so be sure to use a few where the rays of the setting sun will touch them.

It's a great plant to use on the west side of a patio. The setting sun gilding the plants adds a wonderful display for you and your guests at the end of the day. Ornamental Grasses are gaining in popularity all over the United States, due to their undemanding nature and long-lasting, year-round beauty. There is nothing that adds such interesting forms, textures, and movement to a garden as grass.

The mature flowers last until winter freezes shatter the seed heads! The coppery russet fall foliage remains attractive throughout the winter, so wait until the spring to cut it back. Just watch as the pretty fountain of foliage turns bright green in early spring to welcome a new growing season. Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 5 through 9, these are very adaptable, small-scale Ornamental Grasses!

Planting and Application:

Use Hameln Dwarf Fountain in mass plantings, in large containers, or as an edging plant to soften the perimeter of a mixed shrub border. You'll get year-round easy care color without much maintenance to earn it! With a rounded, breezy, natural appeal, it will catch your eye for a long beat and visually bring texture, form, and color to your landscape year-round.

Dwarf Fountain Grass makes a great plant to use at moments of transition in your yard. It will soften the change from the front to the side yard, or from the patio to a path. It's also the perfect accent for any mixed perennial garden plantings. Establish a great perennial bed with Dwarf Fountain Grass along walkways, and paths, or as erosion control on a steep hillside. These are drought-tolerant enough to include in a Rock Garden!

You'll easily add a tremendous amount of texture to borders, foundation plantings or to fill open space in a mass planting. Plant 2 feet on center in a zig-zagging planting pattern to create a solid fill in a season or two. Measure from the center of one plant to the center of the next.

This is the ideal fill plant for commercial plantings because of its low maintenance requirements. It's tolerant of drought once established in your soil. Interestingly enough, Dwarf Fountain Grass will also tolerate wet conditions. Use it near water gardens or in Rain Gardens. Add it to dry or wet stream beds or around a pond.

Dwarf Fountain Grass is a perfect vertical element and thriller in containers. Add color and texture to a patio with containers repeating across the width or flanking on either side of a garden path. Try lining a staircase with a series of containers. Try a single plant to smaller containers to spill around the base of larger potted plants. Try this sophisticated, compact grass around the yard in containers.

Plant at least one in every garden bed. You'll tie your whole landscape design together. This eye-catching plant is so easy to grow. There are few gardens that can't use at least one of these dramatic little charmers.

Deep-Green Splashy Foliage
Buff Colored, Seed Head Plumes
Dwarf Space-Saving Perennial Grass
Foliage Looks Like a Grassy Fountain
Coppery Fall Color & Year-Round Interest
Great Accent in Perennial Borders, Containers, Borders & Specimens

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Pretty Dwarf Fountain Grass isn't fussy about soil requirements. They are drought-tolerant as well as insect and disease-resistant. Use Dwarf Fountain Grass in urban environments without fear. Give it full sun and well-drained soils. If planted in partial shade, little or no flowering will occur, but the beautiful foliage color will be consistent.

Warm-season grasses may green up later in the spring, but really shine once the hot, dry summer weather kicks in! Mulch with 3-4 inches deep around the plants will also help to keep the roots cool in the hotter summer locations. Prune down to 4-6 inches in early spring before you see new growth, and rake out the clump to remove dead debris and leaves.

Full Sun
Warm-Season Grass Variety
Widely Adaptable - Drought Tolerant
Well-Drained Soil - Avoid Over-Fertilizing
Easy to Grow & Maintain
Hardy Dwarf Perennial - Easy Care & Low Maintenance
Prune Down in Early Spring & Divide in Late Fall or Very Early Spring

Order enough Dwarf Fountain Grass to complete your entire project today! Don't miss out on our inventory of these expertly-grown grasses. Order Dwarf Fountain Grass from Nature Hills today!

This selection does not come true from seed, but self-seeding is only a problem in certain regions that provide ideal growing conditions. Don't worry, Nature Hills uses Plant Sentry™ to protect communities against any plant material that may be regulated in your area.

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Dwarf fountain grass doing real good been getting good rains to help it along but look great

Dwarf fountain grass doing real good been getting good rains to help it along but look great .Thanks

Good rains at the right time make all the difference when a new plant is getting established. Dwarf Fountain Grass really hits its stride once the roots settle in, and it sounds like yours is off to a strong start. Thanks for the update, Jeff. Nature Hills Team

Too expensive and couldn't be divided

The grass could not be subdivided and price plus shipping too expensive for one dwarf grass clump. Would not buy again.

Grass is not growing very well

Grass is not growing very well, still has a little green but a lot of it has died. I water daily and will continue to monitor. Seemed like it had been in the plastic pot for quite some time, had a lot of roots growing out of the holes, not sure if that could be part of the issue?

Delivered in fine shape

Delivered in fine shape. Planted the next day and it has tripled in size.

Dwarf Fountain Grass can really take off once it settles in, and tripling in size that quickly tells us yours went into good conditions from the start. Thanks for the update, Rhonda. We hope it keeps putting on a show for you all season. The Nature Hills Team

arrived in perfect condition and are still thriving

arrived in perfect condition and are still thriving.

Dwarf Fountain Grass is a tough little plant once it gets settled in, so it's great to hear yours hit the ground running. Thanks for sharing the update, Ann. Enjoy watching it fill in this season!

Excellent customer service

Plant arrived on time. It was packaged securely without any damage. Would purchase from seller again.

Secure packaging makes such a difference when live plants are traveling across the country, and we're glad it paid off here. Thanks for the kind words, Theresa. We look forward to your next order.

They are very nice and look great in my garden

They are very nice and look great in my garden.

Dwarf Fountain Grass has such a nice presence in a garden, and it only gets better as the clumps fill in over time. Thanks for sharing, Lea! If you ever want to add more texture, it pairs beautifully with low-growing sedums or black-eyed Susans. The Nature Hills Team

Transplanted several weeks ago and the grasses are thriving

Transplanted several weeks ago and the grasses are thriving.

Hi Helen, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review for our Dwarf Fountain Grass. We are so happy to hear that your transplanted grasses are thriving! That is great news. As a gardening tip, we recommend watering your grasses deeply and infrequently rather than frequent shallow watering. This will promote strong root growth and healthier plants. Thank you - Nature Hills Customer Support

They look great! Doing

They look great! Doing well

Hi Lydia, Thank you for sharing your positive experience with our Dwarf Fountain Grass! We are thrilled to hear that they are looking great and doing well in your garden. Thank you - Nature Hills Customer Support

Beautiful plants

All three of the #3 sized plants appeared healthy when they arrived. I ordered one by itself first, which arrived well packaged. The two other plants arrived later in a separate order within a single larger box. The second package was thrown around a bit more by the delivery people, which caused the soil from each plant to scatter, but the plants were okay. I would suggest additional packaging when sending more than one plant of this size or just separate boxes for each plant. Either way, the plants are in the ground now and seem to be fine.

Hi Rita, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We do apologize that one of your deliveries arrived a little shooken up - but we are glad to hear the plants arrived in tact. We appreciate you letting us know how these arrived so that we can make adjustments when shipping. We appreciate your feedback! Thank you - Nature Hills Customer Support

Ornamental Grass Fan

Put one in a container & one around my pool. I am sold on ornamental grasses. They are SO easy to grow! I put some larger grasses on either side of these dwarf fountain. Looks awesome.

Hi Franny,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with the Dwarf Fountain Grass! We’re thrilled to hear how beautifully they have settled both in your container and around the pool — blending those with larger grasses sounds like a fantastic way to add texture and movement. Ornamental grasses really are the perfect fuss-free choice for vibrant, year-round interest.

If you’re ever looking for tips on winter care, dividing, or combos to complement your grasses next season, feel free to reach out. Many grasses thrive with just a light trim in spring and can even act as a lovely backdrop or privacy screen into the warmer months.

Keep enjoying the effortless charm these grasses bring to your space — it sounds like your garden is turning out just stunning!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

Ornamental Grass Fan

Put one in a container & one around my pool. I am sold on ornamental grasses. They are SO easy to grow! I put some larger grasses on either side of these dwarf fountain. Looks awesome.

Hello Franny,

Thank you so much for sharing your delightful experience with the dwarf fountain grass! We're thrilled to hear that you've embraced ornamental grasses and that they’re making such a beautiful impact by your pool and in containers. Their low maintenance and elegant texture truly make them a wonderful addition to any garden setting. Pairing the dwarf fountain grass with larger grasses sounds like a clever and stunning design choice!

If you’re interested in diving deeper into ornamental grasses, feel free to check out our blog for tips on seasonal care and complementary plant recommendations. Also, remember that these grasses tend to appreciate occasional watering during dry spells and light trimming in early spring to encourage fresh growth.

We’re so glad to have helped you find plants you love — happy gardening!

Growing with you,
Nature Hills Nursery – Your Trusted Plant Specialists

Easy to care for

Grasses are so easy to care for. All I do is cut them back in the spring and watch for the rest of the year.

Hi Nickie,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with your Dwarf Fountain Grass! We’re delighted to hear that you find it easy to care for—cutting it back in the spring is exactly the right approach, and it’s wonderful that you can then enjoy the graceful growth throughout the year with minimal effort. If you ever want to enhance its appearance a bit more, periodically dividing the clumps every few years can help keep it lush and vigorous.

Feel free to reach out anytime if you have questions about additional care or want tips for companion plants that thrive alongside your grass. We’re always here to support your garden’s success!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

Easy to care for

Grasses are so easy to care for. All I do is cut them back in the spring and watch for the rest of the year.

Hi Nickie,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the Dwarf Fountain Grass! We're delighted to hear how easy it is for you to care for and that a simple cut back in spring keeps it looking great throughout the year. Grasses really are wonderful low-maintenance plants that bring beautiful texture and movement to any garden.

If you ever want to enhance their growth or prepare your Dwarf Fountain Grass for drier conditions, a light mulch or occasional fertilizing can be beneficial. And if you ever feel like experimenting, mixing in some complementary perennials can create a stunning seasonal border.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or if you'd like recommendations for companions to pair with your grass.

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

Low maintenance

Plant, water, and walk away. And I still get beautiful plant.

Hi Mary,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with the Dwarf Fountain Grass! We're thrilled to hear that it fits so perfectly into your low-maintenance garden routine, giving you beautiful results with minimal effort. That “plant, water, and walk away” ease is exactly what makes this grass such a favorite among gardeners.

If you ever want to enhance its look even more, a light trim in late winter can help encourage fresh growth and keep the grass looking vibrant year-round. Of course, feel free to reach out if you have any questions down the line — we’re always here to support your gardening success!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

Low maintenance

Plant, water, and walk away. And I still get beautiful plant.

Dear Mary,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Dwarf Fountain Grass! It’s always a pleasure to hear how a low-maintenance plant can bring such effortless beauty to your garden. Your simple approach—plant, water, and walk away—is exactly why many gardeners love this versatile grass. For ongoing success, you might find light trimming after the blooming season helps maintain its shape and encourages fresh growth throughout the year.

If you ever want tips on complementary plants or seasonal care suggestions, don’t hesitate to reach out. We're here to help make your garden flourish with ease!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Fall color

When the sun shines on the rose colored seed heads in the fall, they just shimmer. Very colorful.

Hello Wendi55,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Dwarf Fountain Grass! We’re thrilled to hear how the rose-colored seed heads shimmer in the fall sunlight—those autumn hues really do bring a special charm to any garden. To enhance that vibrant display even more, you might consider pairing your fountain grass with early-fall bloomers like asters or mums, which complement those warm tones beautifully.

If you ever need tips on maintaining your grass for maximum color retention or suggestions for other seasonal plantings, just let us know. We're always here to help your garden thrive!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Fall color

When the sun shines on the rose colored seed heads in the fall, they just shimmer. Very colorful.

Hello Wendi55,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Dwarf Fountain Grass! We couldn’t agree more—the way those rose-colored seed heads shimmer in the fall sun truly adds a magical touch to any garden. It’s always gratifying to hear when a plant brings such vibrant seasonal color to our customers’ outdoor spaces.

To help you keep that stunning autumn display coming back year after year, be sure to provide your grass with well-drained soil and full sun—these conditions really let those seed heads shine. You might also consider light trimming in late winter to encourage fresh, lush growth for the next season.

If you’d like more tips or plant suggestions that pair beautifully with your fountain grass, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always here to help your garden thrive!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Low maintenance

Ornamental grasses such as the dwarf fountain grass are about the only plants that I plant anymore. Getting old has something to do with that because I do not have to care for these plants very much. Add an little water and cut them back in the spring. That is easy.

Hi Jerome,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with dwarf fountain grass! We couldn’t agree more—ornamental grasses are wonderful for those of us who appreciate beauty without lengthy maintenance routines. It’s terrific to hear that your grass is thriving with just a bit of watering and that simple spring pruning. They really strike that perfect balance between elegance and ease!

If you ever want tips on making your ornamental grass even more vibrant or finishing touches for your garden landscape, we’re always happy to help. Many gardeners find that adding a light mulch in the fall helps protect the roots and keeps moisture consistent through different seasons.

Thanks again for your thoughtful review—we appreciate your time and know others will too! Have a great season with your low-maintenance beauties.

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

Low maintenance

Hello Jerome,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the dwarf fountain grass! It’s wonderful to hear that this low-maintenance beauty fits so perfectly into your gardening routine. Ornamental grasses truly are champions for those who enjoy effortless elegance — especially as we all appreciate plant selections that bring charm without the fuss.

Your tip about a little watering and an easy spring cutback is spot-on, and it’s great advice for others looking to keep these grasses healthy and looking their best. If you ever want to explore additional companion plants or seasonal care tips for ornamental grasses, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always happy to provide recommendations that help you keep your garden thriving with ease.

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

very nice

very nice web site

Hello Alex,

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your positive impression of our website! We're delighted to hear you found NatureHills.com to be very nice. If you ever have any questions about your Dwarf Fountain Grass or need tips on planting and care, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We love helping our customers create beautiful gardens that thrive.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

very nice

very nice web site

Dear Alex,

Thank you so much for your kind words and positive feedback! We're delighted to hear that you find our website very nice. We strive to create a user-friendly and enjoyable experience for all our plant lovers, and your support truly means a lot to us.

If you ever have questions or need tips on caring for your Dwarf Fountain Grass or any other plant, please don't hesitate to reach out. We also recommend checking our care guides and planting tips on the site to help your garden thrive.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Frequently Asked Questions

Can fountain grass grow in shade?

Fountain grass performs best in full sun to partial sun conditions. While it can tolerate some light shade, too much shade will reduce flowering and cause the plant to become leggy. For best results in zones 5-9, plant where it receives at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

What planting zones is Dwarf Fountain Grass hardy in?

Hameln Dwarf Fountain Grass thrives in USDA zones 5-9, making it adaptable across most of the United States. This hardy perennial handles both cold winters and hot summers with ease. Shop at Nature Hills for reliable, zone-appropriate plants.

How tall and wide does Dwarf Fountain Grass grow at maturity?

Hameln Dwarf Fountain Grass reaches 18-24 inches tall and wide at maturity, forming a compact, rounded clump. This makes it perfect for small spaces, container plantings, or as an edging plant along borders where you need consistent, manageable size.

How often should I water Dwarf Fountain Grass and is it drought tolerant once established?

Dwarf Fountain Grass is quite drought tolerant once established, typically needing water only during extended dry periods. This hardy perennial thrives in zones 5-9 with minimal care. Water deeply but infrequently the first year, then reduce watering as the plant matures.

When does Dwarf Fountain Grass bloom and what color are the flowers?

Hameln Dwarf Fountain Grass blooms starting in mid-summer with bristly, buff-colored seedheads that rise above the foliage. The attractive plumes last through fall until winter freezes arrive. Position them where evening sunlight can illuminate the sparkling blooms for best effect. Shop varieties at naturehills.com.

Is Dwarf Fountain Grass deer resistant?

Dwarf Fountain Grass is generally deer resistant due to its tough, narrow texture that deer typically avoid. The bristly seedheads and arching foliage are unappealing to browsing animals. Plant it as edging or in mass plantings where deer pressure is a concern for best protection.

Does Dwarf Fountain Grass require regular fertilizing and what type should I use?

Dwarf Fountain Grass thrives with minimal fertilizing thanks to its undemanding nature. A light application of balanced fertilizer in early spring as new green growth emerges is sufficient. Avoid over-fertilizing, which can reduce the attractive seedhead production and make plants floppy.

Should I cut back Dwarf Fountain Grass in fall or leave it for winter interest?

Leave Dwarf Fountain Grass standing through winter for attractive coppery russet foliage and lasting seed heads. The mature flowers persist until hard freezes shatter them, providing months of winter interest. Wait until early spring to cut back the foliage as new bright green growth emerges.

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Dwarf Fountain Grass

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'

Planting and Application:

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Where to Plant

Watering Requirements

Pruning Tips

Fertilizer Needs

Shipping Rates

Frequently Asked Questions

Can fountain grass grow in shade?

What planting zones is Dwarf Fountain Grass hardy in?

How tall and wide does Dwarf Fountain Grass grow at maturity?

How often should I water Dwarf Fountain Grass and is it drought tolerant once established?

When does Dwarf Fountain Grass bloom and what color are the flowers?

Is Dwarf Fountain Grass deer resistant?

Does Dwarf Fountain Grass require regular fertilizing and what type should I use?

Should I cut back Dwarf Fountain Grass in fall or leave it for winter interest?

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Dwarf Fountain Grass

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'

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Planting and Application:

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Watering Requirements

Pruning Tips

Fertilizer Needs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can fountain grass grow in shade?

What planting zones is Dwarf Fountain Grass hardy in?

How tall and wide does Dwarf Fountain Grass grow at maturity?

How often should I water Dwarf Fountain Grass and is it drought tolerant once established?

When does Dwarf Fountain Grass bloom and what color are the flowers?

Is Dwarf Fountain Grass deer resistant?

Does Dwarf Fountain Grass require regular fertilizing and what type should I use?

Should I cut back Dwarf Fountain Grass in fall or leave it for winter interest?