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Hameln Fountain Grass
Hameln Fountain Grass
$33.00
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| 1–5 | — | $33.00 ea |
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| 6-11 | 10% off | $29.70 ea |
| 12-23 | 20% off | $26.40 ea |
| 24+ | 25% off | $24.75 ea |
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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'
Choose Hameln Fountain Grass if you want a compact, tidy grass with soft late-season plumes for sunny borders or foundation beds. The tradeoff: it gives texture, not height, so don’t count on it for privacy or structure.
Buy This If
- You want tidy grass texture.
- Your bed needs late-season plumes.
- You can cut it back yearly.
Skip This If
- You need privacy.
- The area stays wet.
- You dislike winter cleanup.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B | It adds soft movement and late-season plumes, but it works more as supporting texture than a focal point. |
| Growth Rate | A- | It fills in quickly enough for a seasonal effect without becoming a large structural grass. |
| Maintenance | A- | Cut it back once a year and avoid soggy placement; otherwise upkeep is straightforward. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer rarely bother ornamental grasses; the bladed foliage is not a favorite, though hungry deer may nip tender new growth. |
| Small Space Fit | A | Its compact habit makes it easy to place near paths, foundations, and smaller mixed beds. |
| Screening Value | D | This is a texture plant, not a privacy or blocking plant. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Hameln for customers who want a neat grass in the front half of a sunny planting. Use repeats; one plant can look underwhelming unless it anchors a small corner.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 2 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 2 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-9b |
| Spacing | 4 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Clumping, arching, mounding |
Customers Usually Ask
Do I cut it back?
Yes. Cut old foliage down in late winter or early spring before new growth starts.
Will it work by a walkway?
Yes, if there is enough room for the arching habit to lean without crowding the path.
Does it need rich soil?
No. Avoid soggy soil and heavy feeding, which can make grasses flop.
Why buy for fall color
- See the actual color before you buy it
- Foliage, berries and late bloom — all three seasons of interest
- Fall planting means roots established before winter
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-42019
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