Are you new to the gardening hobby? Are you simply looking for great tips on how to grow purple fountain grass? Purple fountain grass is a drought tolerant perennial ornamental grass with tall cascading leaves resembling a fountain; which is where the fountain grass derives its name. Easy to grow and easy to maintain, the purple fountain grass is a favorite for homeowners and professional landscapers alike.

  • Your first step in the process of learning how to grow purple fountain grass is to select the variety of fountain grass that will best fit into your landscaping designs. This fountain grass can be found ranging in size from 12 inches up to as tall as 4 feet so it is important to decide whether the taller variety is the best option for your garden layout. Dwarf fountain grasses make an ideal option for layering towards the front of your landscaping, while the taller varieties should be planted in the rear of your beds to ensure that they don’t cover anything else.
  • Next, you should focus on the area that you will be planting your purple fountain grass in; these ornamental grasses require at least 8 hours of sunshine a day, but they do enjoy a bit of shade in the later parts of the afternoon.
  • Purple fountain grass will grow well in just about any soil type; but, to ensure the optimal health of your plants, you should ensure that your soil is well draining and well fertilized.

In terms of regular maintenance for your purple fountain grass, its needs are minimal. While this grass is incredibly drought resistant, it can certainly benefit from extra water during drought seasons. Should the mound of purple fountain grass expand too much for your liking, you should consider carefully digging the plants up and dividing into several separate plants that can be transplanted in other areas of your garden, or simply be spaced out a bit more to encourage additional growth and improve the overall appearance of the plants. In spring, before the plant blooms, you should consider trimming it back a bit – just as a method of removing older less vital parts of the plant to encourage brand new growth.

Purple fountain grass is an ideal low maintenance choice for any garden!

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