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Grown for their linear leaves and feathery, spikes, Pennisetum are used in mixed borders, and add a touch of drama to fresh and dried flower arrangements. Pennisetum glaucum 'Purple Baron' produces spiky, dark purple flower spikes from July to September. It's the perfect backdrop to bold summer colours, and makes an interesting focal point in patio container displays.
Grow Pennisetum glaucum 'Purple Baron' in moist well-drained, fertile soil in full sun. Cut back dead top growth by early spring, and protect from frost with a dry mulch in winter.
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Pennisetum ‘Purple baron’ and wildlife
Pennisetum ‘Purple baron’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Pennisetum ‘Purple baron’ poisonous?
Pennisetum ‘Purple baron’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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