Black Beauty Pennisetum – 5.5'' Pot
(Ornamental Fountain Grass)Add dramatic texture and rich color to your landscape with Black Beauty Pennisetum, a striking ornamental grass known for its deep burgundy-black foliage and graceful, arching habit. As the season progresses, it produces soft, bottlebrush plumes in shades of purple to nearly black that sway elegantly in the breeze, adding motion and visual interest to garden beds and containers.
This heat-tolerant and drought-resistant grass thrives in full sun and offers season-long color from spring through fall. Perfect for modern landscapes, mixed borders, or as a statement plant in large pots, Black Beauty delivers bold contrast and low-maintenance beauty.
Black Beauty Pennisetum is a show-stopping ornamental grass that offers easy-care elegance and bold seasonal appeal—ideal for gardeners looking to elevate their outdoor space with texture and movement.
Black Beauty Pennisetum (5.5" Pot)
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Features:
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Foliage Color: Dark burgundy to near-black
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Plumes: Soft, smoky purple-black bottlebrush flowers
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Growth Habit: Upright and arching
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Mature Height: 3–4 feet tall
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Bloom Time: Mid to late summer through fall
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Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
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Maintenance: Very low; cut back in late winter or early spring
Perfect For:
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Modern and dramatic landscape designs
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Mixed borders and perennial gardens
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Large containers and patio accents
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Adding height, texture, and deep color contrast
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