{"product_id":"red-head","title":"Red Head","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Head Fountain Grass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePennisetum alopecuroides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Red Head') is a showy ornamental grass prized for its large, smoky-red flower plumes and graceful, arching foliage. Growing approximately 3-4 feet tall and wide, it forms a dense, rounded clump of green foliage that adds movement and texture to the landscape. Beginning in late summer, deep burgundy-red flower heads rise above the foliage and gradually mature to tan, providing interest well into fall and winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Head is an excellent choice for mass plantings, borders, foundation beds, pool areas, or as an accent plant. Its dramatic plumes are especially striking when planted in groups and backlit by the late-afternoon sun. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant and requires very little maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore About Red Head Fountain Grass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast Growing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerennial Ornamental Grass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrought Tolerant Once Established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMass Planting, Mixed Border, Foundation Planting, Accent, Poolside\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDense, Arching Habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurgundy-Red Flower Plumes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeer Resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 3-4 Feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 3-4 Feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 5-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSun Exposure: Full Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeason of Interest: Summer, Fall, Winter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Moisture: Average Water, Well Draining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttributes: Clumping, Arching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage Color: Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Color: Burgundy Red, Maturing to Tan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in full sun for the strongest growth and best flower production. Red Head Fountain Grass performs best in well-drained soil and can tolerate a variety of soil conditions once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater consistently during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, it is moderately drought tolerant, although occasional watering during extended dry periods will keep plants looking their best.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally requires little fertilizer. A light application of a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring can be used if additional growth is desired. Avoid overfertilizing, which can cause weak, floppy growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeave the foliage and dried flower plumes standing through winter for added landscape interest and wildlife habitat. Cut the entire plant back to approximately 4-6 inches above the ground in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eState Restrictions:\u003c\/strong\u003e This plant is restricted or being phased out in certain states, including \u003cstrong\u003eMaryland and Delaware\u003c\/strong\u003e. Please check your local regulations before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hunterdon Tree \u0026 Shrub","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":50518497493232,"sku":"Red Head","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/5680\/9200\/files\/Red-Head-Fountain-Grass-2.webp?v=1790085082","url":"https:\/\/hunterdontree.com\/products\/red-head","provider":"Hunterdon Tree \u0026 Shrub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}