Lampenpoetsersgras

Pennisetum belongs to the most popular ornamental grasses, bringing lightness and dynamics to the garden. It originates from East Asia, where it grows naturally in sunny meadows and bright forests. It forms dense, semi-spherical clumps of narrow leaves, from which striking fluffy inflorescences emerge from summer through autumn.

The coloring of Pennisetum changes during the season and truly shines with the arrival of autumn when both the leaves and spikes take on warm yellow, burgundy, or golden shades. These plants look great in perennial beds, where their delicate texture provides a nice contrast to more prominent flowers. You can also grow them individually in larger containers on the terrace.

Moreover, the delicate spikes are not just a delight outside in the flower bed. They are excellent for cutting into fresh autumn bouquets and are also easy to dry, so they can keep looking good in your home throughout the winter.