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Karley Rose Fountain Grass

Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose'

Nature Hills Nursery
  • Pennisetum Karley Rose Blooms All Summer with Smoky Rose-Purple Plumes that Sway Gracefully
  • Thrives in Zones 5-9
  • Grows 3-4 ft Tall
  • Showy Pink, Purple Blooms From Late Summer to Early Fall
  • Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Resistant
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Plant Characteristics Drought resistant, Fast-growing, Flowering, Cold hardy
Hardiness Zone 6a9b
Sunlight Full sun
Height 3-4 ft
Width 2-3 ft
Watering Needs Low
Growth Rate Moderate
Growth Habit Bushy, Compact, Upright
Plant Life Cycle Perennial
Blooms In Fall, Summer
Flower Color Pink, Purple
Suitable Space Outdoors
Plant Name Grass
Botanical Name Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose'
Species orientale
Cultivar Karley Rose
Class Poales
Does Not Ship To AK, AZ, HI, ID, MT, PR

Frequently Asked Questions

Is karley rose fountain grass invasive?
  • Karley Rose fountain grass is not invasive and is actually a cold-hardy alternative to potentially problematic Purple Fountain Grass varieties. This Pennisetum orientale cultivar is well-behaved in zones 5-9. Plant with confidence in mass plantings or use for erosion control on slopes.

What planting zones is Karley Rose Fountain Grass hardy in?
  • Karley Rose Fountain Grass is hardy in USDA zones 5-9 as a perennial. In colder zones, it works beautifully as a fast-growing annual. Shop at Nature Hills for this cold-hardy alternative to Purple Fountain Grass.

How tall and wide does Karley Rose Fountain Grass grow at maturity?
  • Karley Rose Fountain Grass typically reaches 2-3 feet tall and wide at maturity. This ornamental grass forms graceful, arching clumps with flowing foliage that creates an elegant mounded shape. Plant with adequate spacing to allow its natural form to develop fully.

What type of soil does Karley Rose Fountain Grass prefer?
  • Karley Rose Fountain Grass thrives in very well-drained soil and full sun conditions. This low-maintenance perennial tolerates poor soils once established and actually prefers drier conditions. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils that can cause root rot.

Is this ornamental grass deer resistant?
  • Karley Rose Fountain Grass is generally deer resistant due to its tough, spiky texture that deer typically avoid. Most ornamental grasses, including this Pennisetum variety, are naturally unappealing to deer. For best results in deer-prone areas, plant in masses for greater impact and shop at Nature Hills for healthy specimens.

Can you ship Karley Rose Fountain Grass to my location safely?
  • Karley Rose Fountain Grass ships well as a hardy perennial in USDA zones 5-9. This resilient ornamental grass tolerates shipping stress better than most plants due to its low-maintenance nature. Check your zip code at checkout to confirm delivery availability in your area.

Should I cut back Karley Rose Fountain Grass in fall or spring?
  • Cut back Karley Rose Fountain Grass in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This ornamental grass provides winter interest through the cold months in zones 5-9, so leave the plumes and foliage standing through winter. Cut back to 4-6 inches above ground level in March.
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