Red Head Fountain Grass Allium Most monardas multiply rapidly either

Most monardas multiply rapidly either by underground stems or self-sowing

place eyes just below surface of soil

pale violet flowers

Small sponge rock and Small Monterey Bark are then added to help break up the mix and add additional drainage

or left to dry—turning a lovely shade of brown after frost and adding winter interest

Red Head Fountain Grass Allium Most monardas multiply rapidly eitherTall. PENNISETUM a. 'Red Head'. 4 5' tall with equal spread, full sun, mid late summer bloom. Deep purple buds mature to smoky purple plumes that can measure 3" wide and 8 10" long. It begins to show its huge, bottlebrush plumes in mid late summer. The green foliage turns to gold tones in the cool fall temperatures. The combination of foliage and flower remains attractive for several months. Warm season. Zones 5 9. Potted in 3" pot. Plumes are red