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Pimpinella & Pennisetum plant combination

Pimpinella & Pennisetum plant combination

Pimpinella & Pennisetum plant combination

Pimpinella & Pennisetum plant combination

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Loose, airy flowerheads and rich burgundy foliage create a relaxed yet distinctive planting scheme, with a pleasing contrast between the...

6 × plants | 3 of each

~~£92.94~~ £68.96 £11.49 each

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Loose, airy flowerheads and rich burgundy foliage create a relaxed yet distinctive planting scheme, with a pleasing contrast between the delicate umbels of Pimpinella major 'Rosea' and the bold, arching form of Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum'. The soft pink and deep wine-red palette brings depth without feeling overly formal, while the fine foliage and swaying flower spikes add plenty of movement and texture.

This perennial collection works particularly well towards the middle of summer borders, where its informal character suits cottage garden planting and naturalistic schemes. It also makes an effective combination for larger containers or a cut flower garden, with the airy flowerheads providing a lighter counterpoint to the grass's stronger form as the planting develops through summer.

What's included:

In this collection you will receive three of each of the following plants. They are all supplied in a 9cm nursery pot.

Pimpinella major 'Rosea': An unusual plant which adds a loose informality to early summer plantings. Flat heads of tiny flowers, like a deep pink cow parsley or Queen Anne's Lace, are held on stiff, wiry stems, where they will attract passing bees and butterflies. The leaves, which are long and finely cut, grow from the base of the plant, so that the airy flowerheads are unencumbered by foliage. This perennial prefers a sunny position in a freely draining soil where it may happily naturalise and set seed. Grows to 1.2m.

Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum': Deep red to burgundy foliage with small, bristly red-purple flower spikes from July to September. This gorgeous ornamental grass looks great planted in a large clump where the flower spikes swaying in the breeze are a real eye catcher. For best results plant in a sunny spot in light moderately fertile, well-drained soil and shelter from extreme winter cold. It's highly recommended that this plant is brought into a frost-free place in winter. Grows to 1.5m.

Planting tips:

Prepare the bed well by digging in lots of well-rotted or bagged compost before you plant.

Where possible, plant in odd numbers, and cluster them together to give impact. Multiples of 3 work really well set out in irregular triangles for an organic feel, while larger numbers can be planted in multiple clusters or drifts. In bigger gardens, try to repeat your clusters through the border to create a sense of rhythm and cohesion.

Also, when setting your plants out, check their eventual spread and make sure they’ve enough space to fill out. After planting, keep plants well watered for their first year, particularly during warmer weather, and feed them with a good, general purpose fertiliser through the growing season.

For more information, please see the individual plant webpages.

Please note:

The plants in this collection will die right back in autumn, then fresh new growth will appear again in spring.

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