Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny'
Adorable miniature bunny tails
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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny'
- Squeeze incredible texture into even the smallest of spaces with this absolutely adorable, miniature fountain grass.
- Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny' produces a prolific display of fluffy, tactile flower spikes that look exactly like tiny bunny tails!
- Forming a neat, very compact mound, it is the ultimate architectural choice for the front of a sunny border or for planting in modern window boxes.
- This pennisetum requires almost zero maintenance; simply plant it in a sunny spot and watch it bring your garden to life with wonderful kinetic movement.
- It provides fantastic autumn interest as the foliage takes on warm, golden hues, extending its spectacular visual value right to the end of the year.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny' needs a heavy 40cm wide pot to stop it blowing over.
How big does it get?
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny' typically reaches a mature height of 30 cm and a spread of 30 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny' prefers moderately fertile, well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny' requires pruning in late winter or early spring. Cut the old stems back to around 10 to 15 centimetres from the ground before new growth appears.
How hardy is this plant?
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny' is rated H3 to H4, tolerating temperatures down to -5°C to -10°C. It is hardy in mild southern or coastal UK gardens with excellent drainage, but may perish in cold, wet northern winters without protection.
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