Fountain grass Cassian
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Cassian'
Cassian Fountain Grass is a graceful, warm-season ornamental grass with fine-textured green foliage that turns golden-orange in fall. In late summer, it produces soft, bottlebrush flower spikes that persist into winter, adding movement and seasonal interest to the landscape.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Growth Rate: Moderate
Mature Size: 2–3 feet tall and wide (3–4 feet with plumes)
Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; tolerates a variety of conditions
Landscape Use: Borders, mass plantings, naturalistic gardens, containers
Maintenance: Cut back to a few inches in late winter before new growth emerges
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