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Black Beauty Fountain Ornamental Grasses (Pennisetum Alopecuroides Black Beauty)

Black Beauty Fountain Grass is a striking ornamental grass known for its dramatic purple-black foliage, which adds depth, contrast and visual interest to garden borders and landscape designs.

Medium Growth Rate
Deciduous
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Planting Conditions: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil but adapts to various soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay soils. It performs best in slightly acidic to neutral soil. Good drainage is essential, as the plant does not tolerate waterlogged conditions.
Grows best in full sun, where it develops vigorous growth, rich foliage colour and abundant flower spikes. It can tolerate light shade, although growth and flowering may be reduced in shadier positions.
Growth Rate: Black Beauty Fountain Grass has a moderate to fast growth rate and typically reaches its mature size within one to two growing seasons.
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	Height cm	Price inc VAT	Planting Density	Plants Quantity
	Black Beauty Fountain Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 2L	Regular price £6.00 Sale price £6.00 Regular price Unit price per
	Black Beauty Fountain Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 5L	Regular price £15.68 Sale price £15.68 Regular price Unit price per
	Black Beauty Fountain Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 7.5L	Regular price £27.23 Sale price £27.23 Regular price Unit price per

	Height cm	Price inc VAT	Planting Density	Pallet Quantity
	Black Beauty Fountain Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 2L (50 Plants)	Regular price £270.00 Sale price £270.00 Regular price Unit price per
	Black Beauty Fountain Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 5L (40 Plants)	Regular price £564.48 Sale price £564.48 Regular price Unit price per
	Black Beauty Fountain Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 7.5L (28 Plants)	Regular price £686.20 Sale price £686.20 Regular price Unit price per

Black Beauty Fountain Ornamental Grasses Description

Black Beauty Fountain Grass is a distinctive ornamental grass valued for its deep purple-black foliage and elegant, arching growth habit. It forms a compact, rounded clump, typically reaching around 60 cm (2 feet) in height and spread, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, borders and containers.

Its dark, glossy foliage creates a bold contrast against green plants and colourful flowers. In late summer, feathery, bottlebrush-like flower spikes emerge in rich purple shades before gradually fading to soft silvery tones as they mature. This combination of dark foliage and delicate flowers creates an eye-catching display that extends into autumn.

With its compact size and attractive seasonal features, Black Beauty Fountain Grass is a versatile choice for adding colour, texture and movement to a range of garden styles.

Pruning Advice

When to Prune: The best time to prune Black Beauty Fountain Grass is in late winter or early spring, just before new growth begins. This removes the previous season's foliage and creates space for fresh shoots to emerge.

How to Prune: Use clean, sharp secateurs or garden shears to cut the previous season's growth back to approximately 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 inches) above ground level. Remove dead or damaged foliage carefully to encourage healthy new growth.

Additional Care: Black Beauty Fountain Grass generally requires minimal maintenance beyond annual pruning. If the plant becomes overcrowded or its centre begins to die back, consider dividing it in early spring to rejuvenate the clump. During the growing season, remove any damaged or untidy leaves to maintain its appearance.

Further Information

Striking Foliage: Black Beauty Fountain Grass is prized for its dramatic purple-black foliage, which creates a bold contrast when planted alongside lighter foliage, ornamental grasses or flowering perennials.

Seasonal Interest: Its graceful, bottlebrush-like flower spikes emerge in rich purple shades in late summer and gradually fade to silvery tones as they mature. Combined with its dark foliage, these flowers provide attractive colour, texture and movement through autumn.

Low Maintenance: Once established, Black Beauty Fountain Grass is relatively easy to care for. It can tolerate periods of dry weather and grows in a range of soil types, provided drainage is suitable. Annual pruning helps keep the plant tidy and encourages fresh growth.

Pollinator Friendly: The flowers may attract visiting pollinators, including bees and butterflies, adding further interest to wildlife-friendly planting schemes.

Versatility: With its compact size and distinctive foliage, Black Beauty Fountain Grass works well in garden borders, containers and mixed planting schemes. It can also suit some coastal gardens where local growing conditions are appropriate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall does Black Beauty Fountain Grass grow?

Black Beauty Fountain Grass typically grows to around 60 cm (2 feet) tall, with a similar spread. Its compact, rounded form makes it suitable for smaller gardens, borders and containers.

Does Black Beauty Fountain Grass grow best in full sun?

Yes, it performs best in full sun, where it develops its strongest growth, darkest foliage and most abundant flower spikes. It can tolerate light shade, although flowering and growth may be reduced.

What soil is best for Black Beauty Fountain Grass?

It prefers fertile, well-drained soil and can adapt to sandy, loamy and clay soils. Slightly acidic to neutral soil is suitable, but waterlogged conditions should be avoided.

When should Black Beauty Fountain Grass be pruned?

Prune Black Beauty Fountain Grass in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Cut back the previous season's foliage to approximately 10–15 cm above ground level.

How quickly does Black Beauty Fountain Grass grow?

It has a moderate to fast growth rate and typically reaches its mature size within one to two growing seasons under suitable conditions.

What colour are the flowers of Black Beauty Fountain Grass?

Its feathery, bottlebrush-like flower spikes emerge in rich purple shades in late summer and gradually mature to soft silvery tones, providing additional interest into autumn.

Is Black Beauty Fountain Grass suitable for containers?

Yes, its compact size makes it a good option for containers and patio displays. Choose a suitable pot with drainage holes and use well-drained growing medium to help prevent waterlogging.

Is Black Beauty Fountain Grass easy to maintain?

Yes, it is relatively low maintenance once established. It generally needs suitable sunlight, well-drained soil and an annual cutback in late winter or early spring.

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