fountain grass
noun
: any of several ornamental grasses (genus Pennisetum) having tufted stems and spikes of feathery flower clusters
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Consider pairing with thrillers like airy purple fountain grass, spiky snapdragons, or canna lilies for a tropical twist.
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Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 14 May 2026
Ornamental grasses add texture and movement Muhly grass and fountain grass bring a different kind of beauty to summer landscapes.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Ornamental grasses like muhly grass and fountain grass add movement, softness and texture.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2026
Grasses, elephant ear and oleander Ornamental grasses like muhly grass and fountain grass add movement, softness and texture to summer landscapes.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Thriller plants like fountain grass are sun-loving and forgiving, and many grasses transform into reds and golds in the fall.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Organized by the Eaton Canyon Nature Center Associates, volunteers have donated hundreds of hours to clear out short-pod mustard, castor bean, tree tobacco and fountain grass, which choke out native plants and serve as flashy fuel for wildfires.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
While there are lots of ornamental grass varieties on the market, some of the best choices for fall containers include purple fountain grass or blue fescue.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025
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Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 14 May 2026
Ornamental grasses add texture and movement Muhly grass and fountain grass bring a different kind of beauty to summer landscapes.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Ornamental grasses like muhly grass and fountain grass add movement, softness and texture.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2026
Grasses, elephant ear and oleander Ornamental grasses like muhly grass and fountain grass add movement, softness and texture to summer landscapes.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Thriller plants like fountain grass are sun-loving and forgiving, and many grasses transform into reds and golds in the fall.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Organized by the Eaton Canyon Nature Center Associates, volunteers have donated hundreds of hours to clear out short-pod mustard, castor bean, tree tobacco and fountain grass, which choke out native plants and serve as flashy fuel for wildfires.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2026
While there are lots of ornamental grass varieties on the market, some of the best choices for fall containers include purple fountain grass or blue fescue.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2025
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“Fountain grass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fountain%20grass. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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