Red fountain grass

Although this show-stopping beauty is known as firecracker plant to some, we feel that the common name “coral fountain” is much more descriptive of the way this plant’s branches arch outwards from its center and cascade gracefully to the ground. Layers upon layers of coral red flowers seem to drip from the tips of each branch, creating a stunning effect in tall planters and hanging baskets. These abundant nectar-filled blooms keep the hummingbirds and butterflies endlessly busy from Flowers…

Of all the ornamental grasses, purple fountain grass is probably the most popular. The purple or burgundy-colored foliage and soft, fuzzy-like blooms make a bold statement in the garden. Learn more here.

Ornamental grass with red leaves topped with reddish-brown plumes in mid-summer. It adds color and texture to beds and containers. CAUTION: Hardy to zones 9-11 only. Minimum temp of 45 degrees ***ANNUAL GRASS in this area.***

Coral fountain grass

The LSU AgCenter has tested these warm-season flowers and found them to be excellent choices for Louisiana gardens and landscapes.

Gardeners looking to add vertical interest and create natural barriers in their landscapes should consider tall ornamental grasses. These fast-growing

'Fireworks' Fountain Grass (Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum') PP18504 This is why I love plants! Like most mornings I grabbed a cup of coffee and headed to our sun room to read and enjoy my coffee. As the sun was coming up I looked outside and through the porch railing I see…

pennisetum alopecuroides "redhead", blooms in summer, foliage 3ft, flower, 4ft

Miscanthus ‘Fire Dragon’ - PlantHaven International

These beautiful ornamental grasses are versatile plants that can provide four seasons of interest in any landscape.

I love ornamental grasses, and one of my favorites is purple fountain grass (Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum'). I think I had six plantings of t...

Fireworks Variegated Purple Fountain Grass (Pennisetum setacum rubrum 'Fireworks')

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica) perennial grass, bright green, ornamental, red tips, foot high length, invasive. [DETAILS]

We challenged our readers to design a container that featured a single color. Check out their eye-catching monochromatic containers, here.

A perennial border is an excellent place to learn from failure. Experiment with these techniques to achieve a border that exceeds your expectations.

Have you been thinking about adding the best Red Ornamental Grasses in your garden? Choose the best varieties from our compiled list!

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Red Head' (Fountain Grass) is a charming perennial grass forming a dense clump of gracefully arching linear leaves. Deep green in summer, they turn gold in the fall before fading to buff in winter. The foliage usually remains attractive throughout the winter. In mid to late summer, showy smoky, dark red, bottlebrush flowers resembling large foxtails are produced above the leaves. They arch outward from the foliage clump and are particularly dramatic when backlit…