Plant Database
Fairy Tails Fountain Grass
Pennisetum orientale ‘Fairy Tails’, Cenchrus
Fairy Tails Fountain Grass is a standout ornamental grass celebrated for its exceptionally long and elegant flower plumes that provide one of the longest seasons of bloom. It forms a dense, upright clump of fine, blue-green foliage. From early summer well into fall, it produces a profusion of slender, gracefully arching, lavender-pink flower spikes that shimmer in the light. Unlike many grasses, its blooms appear early and persist for months, offering continuous soft color and feathery texture with minimal care.
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Exceptionally Long, Arching Flower Plumes: Features very long (12-15 inch), narrow, drooping flower spikes that create a cascading, feathery display.
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Extended Bloom Season: One of the first fountain grasses to bloom in early summer and continues reliably until frost, providing months of interest.
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Elegant, Refined Habit: The flowers arch gracefully, giving the plant a softer, more relaxed appearance than stiff, upright types.
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Sterile and Non-Seeding: Does not produce viable seed, so it won’t self-sow and is a safe, non-invasive choice for any garden.
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Great for Texture and Motion: Perfect for adding fine texture and gentle movement to perennial borders or container plantings.