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Red Grass (Pennisetum Setaceum)
Pennisetum Setaceum
Rs 600
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An elegant ornamental grass, Red Grass brings year-round architectural interest with its fine, flowing foliage. It reaches a compact size of 1 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan.
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Category: Ornamental Grasses
Plant Details
- Foliage Type
- Grass Like
- Bloom Season
- Fall, Summer
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Beginner
- Location
- Balcony, Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Yes
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Purpose
- Decorative
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- Yes
- City Suitability
- Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Red Grass (Pennisetum Setaceum) is a distinguished grass-like perennials & grasses that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. This fast-growing grass-like plant reaches up to 1 ft at maturity, making it a compact option for smaller gardens and containers.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Pennisetum Setaceum
- Plant Type: Perennials & Grasses
- Mature Height: 1 ft
- Bloom Season: Summer, Fall
- Foliage: Grass-like (Green)
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Propagation: Division, Seed
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Beginner, easy to grow and ideal for beginners
- Pet & Child Safe: Yes, safe around pets and children
- Placement: Outdoor, Balcony
How to Propagate Red Grass
Propagated by dividing mature clumps in spring, or from seed sown in warm soil.
Growing in Pakistan
This plant is both heat and drought tolerant, making it exceptionally well-suited to Pakistan’s challenging summers. This plant grows well across most of Pakistan, from Karachi to Islamabad and Peshawar. However, it may need winter protection in the colder highland regions of Quetta, Swat, and the northern areas.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: Yes, survives dry spells once established
Why Choose Red Grass?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Red Grass is an excellent choice because it requires minimal maintenance, perfect for new gardeners and thrives with minimal watering once established.
Buy Red Grass online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Red Grass suitable for apartment balconies in Pakistan?
Red Grass is an excellent choice for balcony gardens. It adapts well to container growing and benefits from the natural light and air movement a balcony provides.
How easy is it to take care of Red Grass?
Absolutely! Red Grass is one of the easiest plants to care for and is perfect for first-time gardeners. It forgives missed waterings and bounces back from neglect. Simply water when the soil feels dry and give it the right amount of sunlight, and it will reward you with healthy growth.
How often should I water Red Grass in Pakistan’s climate?
Red Grass needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter. It tolerates occasional missed waterings once its roots are established.
Does Red Grass need direct sunlight?
Red Grass grows best in full sun. It handles direct Pakistani summer sun without problems, even in cities like Karachi, Multan, and Lahore where temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
Can Red Grass survive if I forget to water it for a few days?
Yes, Red Grass is drought tolerant once established. After the first growing season, it can go a week or more without water. However, it still performs best with consistent watering during the growing season.
