Pennisetum alopecuroïdes Lepage Gold - Chinese Fountain Grass
Pennisetum alopecuroïdes Lepage Gold - Chinese Fountain Grass
Pennisetum alopecuroïdes Lepage Gold - Chinese Fountain Grass
Pennisetum alopecuroïdes Lepage Gold
Fountain Grass, Chinese Fountain Grass, Foxtail Fountain Grass, Swamp Foxtail Grass
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Description
The Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Lepage Gold' was created at the Lepage nurseries in France. Its young golden leaves made it stand apart from other grasses with spikes. This compact variety offers prolonged and decorative summer flowering in the form of sparkling spikes that look like small brushes. Initially greenish, they turn beige as they mature. The plant is attractive from spring to autumn, forming a beautiful fountain of delicate foliage that can be easily incorporated in annual and perennial beds, rockeries or even large pots on terraces.
The Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Lepage Gold' is a perennial grass that belongs to the Poaceae family. Its ancestor is native to a wide area of Northeast Asia and Australia. This 'Lepage Gold' variety forms a clump with an open, tall, wide habit reaching 50-60 cm (20-24in). The foliage consists of thin, trailing yellow leaves that turn light green. The flowering culms appear from the vegetation in summer, bearing characteristic flower heads from July to September. The flower heads, composed of very silky spikelets, are gathered in exceptionally bright brushes that are 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6in) long. Their colour evolves from green-white to light brown-beige in September-October. As autumn arrives, the foliage colours itself in amber and gold, shining under the sun. The plant looks pretty all winter because its leaves and stems are covered in frost.
This 'Lepage Gold' grass is best planted among more opulent or stiffer perennials, such as tall sedums, dahlias or Perovskia, and it brings a touch of flexibility to any landscape. It can also be paired with cushion-shaped plants such as Heucheras lady's mantles or with more wandering and lighter plants like yarrows, Lychnis coronaria, Verbena bonariensis, gauras, etc.
Pennisetum alopecuroides is a type of grass that can resist summer drought and is ideal for adding movement to rockeries or walls. These grasses look beautiful in low light and add depth to any garden, regardless of size. They also have a soft texture, making them perfect for flower meadows or paths. Pennisetum's dense root system helps to limit erosion.
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Pennisetum
alopecuroïdes
Lepage Gold
Poaceae
Fountain Grass, Chinese Fountain Grass, Foxtail Fountain Grass, Swamp Foxtail Grass
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
To plant Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Lepage Gold', follow these simple steps. Choose a location with full sun and light, and well-drained soil. If your soil is heavy, mix some coarse sand, gravel, and compost to help it drain better. Dig a hole that is 20 cm (8in) x 20 cm (8in) x 20 cm (8in) and partially fill it with soil. Remove the pot from the plant and place it in the hole. Make sure the top of the root ball is covered with 3 cm (1in) of soil and press down firmly. Water the plant generously to eliminate air pockets. If it's dry, water regularly for a few weeks to help the plant establish. Prune the plant to 10 cm (4in) in late January or early February to create space for new foliage. Ornamental grasses remain decorative all year round.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.