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Dwarf Fountain Grass

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'

Compact, non-flopping fountain grass ideal for small gardens.

$16.90

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Dwarf Fountain Grass ('Hameln') is one of the most popular and reliable ornamental grasses, prized for its perfect, compact size and non-flopping habit. It forms a dense, symmetrical mound of narrow, green leaves that turn golden-bronze in fall. In mid to late summer, it produces a profusion of fluffy, creamy-white to light pink flower spikes that arch slightly above the foliage. Sterile and well-behaved, it is the ideal choice for smaller gardens, borders, or containers where a low-maintenance, elegant grass is desired.

Perfect Compact, Non-Flopping Size: A dwarf cultivar that maintains a neat, rounded form without the flopping common in larger varieties.
Prolific Creamy-White Flower Plumes: Covered in soft, bottlebrush-like flowers in late summer that age to a wheat color.
Sterile & Non-Invasive: Does not produce viable seed, so it will not self-sow and is safe for all gardens.
Low-Maintenance & Four-Season Interest: Requires only an annual cutback. Provides structure in winter with its dried foliage and seed heads.
Versatile for Small Spaces: An excellent scale for foundation plantings, perennial borders, mass plantings, or patio pots.

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Mulflat Groundcovers View size → 1 Gallon Small starter View size → 2 Gallon Small landscape View size → 3 Gallon Established starter View size → Popular 5 Gallon Everyday landscape View size → 7 Gallon Medium landscape View size → 10 Gallon More established View size → Most Popular 15 Gallon Strong starting presence View size → 20 Gallon Large landscape View size → 24 Gallon Large mature container View size →

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More years at the nursery. More size on delivery. Less waiting for the landscape to look established.

24" Mature Starting Size A major step up from smaller landscape containers. View 24" Box → 30" Larger Presence More scale between 24" and 36" box sizes. View 30" Box → 36" Large Specimen Substantial trees with heavier handling needs. View 36" Box → 48" Major Specimen Large-project scale with planned delivery and placement. View 48" Box →

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More established material when the landscape needs presence now.

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Features:Narrow, arching green leaves turning bronze in fall. Produces soft, fuzzy pinkish-white flower spikes on tall stems that mature to fluffy silver-white plumes. Forms compact, fountain-like clumps.
Mature Height: 12-30 in
Mature Width: 12-30 in
Growth Rate: Fast
Light Needs: Full sun
Key Advantages:Compact size ideal for small spaces,Attractive seasonal color changes,Drought tolerant once established,Deer resistant,Low maintenance
Landscape Uses:Container plantings,Border edging,Rock gardens,Mass plantings
Special Care:Cut back to 3-4" in late winter,Avoid overwatering,Divide every 2-3 years to maintain vigor
Seasonal Interest:Foliage: Spring to fall (deciduous),Flowers: Summer to fall

Q: Is 'Hameln' the best dwarf fountain grass?
A: It is considered one of the best and most reliable due to its sterility, perfect habit, and hardiness. Other good dwarfs include 'Little Bunny' (even smaller) and 'Piglet'(slightly taller than 'Little Bunny').

Q: How much sun does it need?
A: Full sun is best for the densest growth and most abundant flowering. It will tolerate very light shade but may become slightly more open and flower less.