Pennisetum Alopecuroides 'Hameln Gold' is a superb ornamental fountain grass that forms a beautiful, arching clump of green blades that turn a rich golden yellow in autumn. Tall and large slivery-white flower plumes hover above the plant mid to late summer and further add interest to this showy grass plant. Hameln Gold is very versatile and makes an excellent ground cover plant, looks stunning as a specimen plant near ponds or low borders and can be planted in large containers. Plant in partially shaded or sunny locations in moist, fertile soil. Cut back stems close to ground level from late February through to the end of March. Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth Characteristics: A deciduous, ornamental grass with long, arching green blades that turn a golden-yellow in autumn and produces silvery-white, bottle brush like flower plumes. Growth & Spread: Can reach an ultimate height of 75cm and spread of 40cm. Period of Interest: Spring to autumn foliage interest. Silvery-white flower plumes in summer. Water & Maintenance: Very low maintenance. Cut back stems close to ground level from late February through to the end of March.