Thompson & Morgan Pennisetum Macrourum Tail Feathers 1 Seed Packet (20 Seeds)

A graceful clumping grass with tall stems carrying cat tail like flower heads that gently move in the breeze. A perennial grass but may need some protection in colder areas. Useful in informal planting schemes or coastal gardens. Sowing time: December to April or June to July. Sow seed on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost and place at a temperature of at 20C (69F). Lightly cover the seed with vermiculite. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 14-21 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 60cm (24in) apart. Product Specifications: Position: Full sun Height: Up to 180cm (80in) Spread: Up to 120cm (48in) Ease of Sowing: Some experience necessary Supplied as 1 Packet (20 seeds) Pennisetum macrourum