{"product_id":"pennisetum-praline","title":"Pennisetum 'Praline'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePennisetum 'Praline'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact ornamental grass prized for its upright fountain like habit and rich burgundy foliage that deepens in color as the season progresses. Soft bottlebrush flower plumes emerge in late summer and persist into fall bringing texture, movement, and long lasting seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 - 36 in x 18 - 24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late summer to fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePennisetum 'Praline' is a cultivated ornamental grass developed for its striking foliage color and compact habit. It is not native to North America but is valued for dependable landscape performance and extended seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe seed heads provide a seasonal food source for songbirds while the dense foliage offers shelter and cover through fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe graceful flower plumes can attract butterflies seeking nectar when planted alongside other pollinator friendly perennials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 18 - 24 in apart to allow each clump to develop its full fountain like form without overcrowding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for sunny borders, mass plantings, patio containers, and mixed perennial beds where its rich foliage color and soft plumes provide movement and contrast throughout the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea 'Magnus' (Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Produces bold summer blooms that contrast beautifully with the deep burgundy foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' (Catmint)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Softens the upright form with airy lavender blue flowers and extended bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanicum virgatum 'Northwind' (Switchgrass)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds strong vertical structure while complementing the warm seasonal tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides bright golden flowers that stand out against the dark foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSedum 'Autumn Joy' (Stonecrop)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extends late season interest with rosy flower heads that pair naturally with the ornamental plumes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":46790489374881,"sku":"G PENNISETUM PRALINE","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/pennisetum-praline","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}