Description
Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum' ('Cupreum') Red Fountain Grass - 5 Gallon Size: 5 Gallon Height: 12-14" Width: 12-14" Exposure: Sun Spacing: 2-3 ft. Water Needs: Low Water Foliage: Winter Dormant Bloom Season: Height (at Maturity): 3-4 ft. Width (at Maturity): 3-4 ft. Soil Preference: Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum', commonly known as Red Fountain Grass or Purple Fountain Grass, is an ornamental grass that is prized for its striking red or burgundy-colored foliage. Native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, this grass has become a popular landscaping plant in many parts of the world. Red Fountain Grass grows in clumps and can reach a height of up to 3-4 feet with a spread of 2-3 feet. Its leaves are long and slender, and are a deep red or burgundy color. The real attraction of this grass is its showy plumes, which emerge in summer and persist through the fall. The plumes are a feathery, purplish-pink color, giving the grass a soft, fluffy appearance. This grass is easy to grow and requires little maintenance. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, but can also tolerate some shade. It is drought-tolerant and can also tolerate some salt spray, making it a good choice for coastal landscapes. It is also deer-resistant and attracts birds to the garden. Red Fountain Grass is a versatile plant that can be used in many different landscaping applications. It works well as a border plant, in containers, or in mass plantings. Its striking foliage and showy plumes make it a great accent plant in any landscape design. However, it should be noted that this plant can become invasive in some regions, so it is important to check with local authorities before planting it in your area.
Delivery Areas – Southern California
PlantClearance.com proudly delivers to the following Southern California counties:
Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and San Diego County.
Delivery Rates (Southern California):
Order Total Delivery Rate
$200–$599 $69
$600+FREE Shipping
Delivery Areas – Northern California, Las Vegas, and Arizona
For Northern California, Las Vegas (Nevada), and Arizona, a minimum order of $600 is required.
An additional 20% delivery fuel surcharge applies to all orders, regardless of size.
Please contact one of our sales representatives for detailed shipping information, scheduling, and availability.
Our Commitment:
As part of our unwavering dedication to sustainability, we take great pride in delivering your plants and trees without the use of any cardboard boxes. Furthermore, we utilize our own fleet of eco-friendly vans to ensure that we uphold our commitment to sustainable practices throughout every stage of the delivery process. Our commitment to your satisfaction goes beyond just reducing waste and emissions, as we guarantee that your products are in the capable hands of our expert team members. With their careful attention and exceptional skills, your plants and trees will arrive in immaculate condition, ready to thrive in your care.
- At Plant Clearance, we specialize in delivering the highest quality plants grown specifically for California's unique climate and conditions.
- Our plants are hand-selected by our team of experts to ensure that only the best plants are procured for our customers.
- We monitor each plant from the moment it's selected until the moment it arrives at your location to ensure that it arrives in the best possible condition.
Welcome to PlantClearance.com, your go-to online nursery for premium privacy hedge plants, landscape trees, and fruit trees at unbeatable wholesale prices. We proudly serve homeowners, landscapers, and contractors across California, Nevada, and Arizona—delivering healthy, grower-direct plants straight from our own active growing grounds.With over a decade of experience and a reputation built on quality and service, we’ve become one of the most trusted nurseries in the region. Our direct-to-customer model allows us to offer deep discounts—up to 70% off retail—on the most in-demand plants for privacy, shade, landscaping, and fruit production.
What to Expect on Delivery
Your order from PlantClearance is more than just plants — it’s a carefully prepared experience from our nursery to your landscape.
- Premium Quality: Each plant is hand-selected by our nursery team for its health, size, and beauty — ready to thrive in your garden.
- Professionally Prepared: Before delivery, plants are cleaned, pruned, and inspected to ensure strong roots and vibrant growth.
- Delivered With Care: We don’t ship in boxes — your plants are personally delivered on our own box trucks, standing upright and secured for a safe, damage-free trip straight to your home or job site.
- Helpful Guidance: Every order includes a thank-you card and QR code linking to detailed care tips and planting instructions.
At PlantClearance, we handle every plant with the same care we give in our nursery — so it arrives fresh, full, and ready to thrive the moment it’s delivered.