Pennisetum thunbergii Red Buttons
Red Buttons is a pretty, compact ornamental grass of medium size, which forms a rounded mound. In early summer it has catkin-like flowers that are bright red. The flowers, which are popular with flower arrangers, turn brown as they age, and the bright green leaves turn beige in autumn.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 3L
- Height and Spread: 75 x 75cm (2ft 5 in x 2ft 5in) after 2 - 5 years
Features
Red Buttons is a pretty, compact ornamental grass of medium size, which forms a rounded mound. In early summer it has catkin-like flowers that are bright red. The flowers, which are popular with flower arrangers, turn brown as they age, and the bright green leaves turn beige in autumn.
A popular perennial grass, Red Buttons will add movement to your garden. As it is a fairly undistinguished plant until the flowers appear, try underplanting with spring bulbs or pair with early flowering perennials such as verbenas or sedums.
- Flowers: July - October
- Half-Hardy
- Drought Tolerant
- All soil types
- South or West facing
- Full sun
Protect from winter frosts in cold areas and cut back last season’s foliage in early spring.
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