Hush Puppy™ Fountain Grass
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WorryFree Promise
Hardiness
Water Resilience
Compactness
Disease Resistance
Insect Resistance
Deer Resistance
Special Features
Kid/Pet Friendly
Attracts Wildlife
Low Maintenance
Sustainable
Great for Small Spaces
Good for Containers
Hush Puppy™ Fountain Grass
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'TiftPA5' PP 31,027
Ornamental Grass
Height 2.5'
Spread 1-2'
Description
Hush Puppy' is a seed-sterile, non-invasive grass that stays where you plant it. Because it produces no seeds, it channels all energy into flowering continuously from summer until frost. It maintains a manageable, rounded habit perfect for small gardens, borders, or containers. Once established, it tolerates heat, humidity, and drought. It also resists deer and rabbits, making it highly reliable against wildlife.
Plant Care
Water
Keep soil on drier side. Drought tolerant once established
Fertilizer
Late winter or early spring, just before new growth starts. Use minimal, balanced, slow release, granular fertlizer like 10-10-10
Pruning
Only requires a single hard pruning in late winter or early spring before new growth appears.
Seasons of Interest
Summer
Lush, fine-textured green foliage adds movement to the landscape.
Fall
Foliage transitions to a striking golden-tan or bronze.
Winter
The plumes stay intact and collect snow, providing architectural interest through the coldest months.
