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Black Flower Ornamental Grass Seed

Black Flower Ornamental Grass

This beautiful variety of fountain grass, often called black-flowered fountain grass,  has fuzzy flower spikes that are a smoky purple-black in color. They emerge in late summer and contrast nicely with the fine, deep green foliage. This ornamental grass does best in the northern regions or areas with cooler summers.

 
Black flower makes a great accent in a sunny flower border, or you can plant in drifts for a massed effect. The grasses seem to dance and sway to the breeze. Only grows to approximately 20 inches.  Plants should be cut down in the spring to allow new foliage to grow, and a modest fertilizer also put down in the spring will keep the plant healthy. Once established, Black flower ornamental grass is a very hardy, drought tolerant plant that will withstand most any soil type except for poorly drained soil. 

 

Specifications

Type: Perennial
Mature Height: 2-3 feet
Soil Type: Well drained
Mature Spread: 20 inches
Flower Color: Purple/Black
Mature Form: Upright - Clump
Foliage Color: Deep Green
Growth Rate: Moderate
Fall Color: No Change
Sun Exposure: Full sun - light shade
Moisture Requirements: Adaptable
Zones: 5-9

Note: If desiring a 2 - 3 foot clump, use 100 seeds in a 2 foot diameter area when planting.