How Do You Plant Fountain Grass Seeds?
Fountain grass, or Pennisetum, is an ornamental grass that some people grow as an accent plant in their yards. Fountain grass has slender, grass-like leaves that grow in a tufted mound. It will start to bloom in the late summer or early fall months in a variety of colors. Fountain grass is a native plant of West Africa. It will grow quite well in the warmer climates of the United States, in zones 5 through 9. It can survive drought conditions. You can choose from a variety of colors such as purple, red and even black. Fountain grass is a tender perennial. Buy some fountain grass seed. The best time to start sowing your seeds is four to six weeks before you want to set them outside in your garden area. Fill a tray with potting soil. You can buy potting soil prepared especially for starting seeds or you can use your own soil mix. Water the soil gently with the sprinkle end of your watering can. Sprinkle the seeds over the top of the soil. Be careful not to get too many seeds in one area,
