Which varieties are suitable?
The dwarf varieties such as "Little Bunny" and "Little Honey", which are only about 30 centimeters high and can therefore even be placed in a balcony box, are well suited.
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Medium-sized varieties reach a height of up to 90 centimeters and roughly the same width. They therefore fit well on the balcony and terrace, where their special charisma creates a beach feeling.
How is the ornamental grass used correctly?
Do not choose a bucket that is too small so that Pennisetum can spread out a little and form the typical hemisphere. Pay attention to the following points when planting:
- The lamp-cleaning grass does not like waterlogging. Therefore, fill in a drainage layer Expanded clay(€ 16.36 at Amazon *) in the planter.
- This should have a sufficient number of drainage holes that you cover with potsherds or large stones.
- In addition, you can mix the soil, conventional green plant soil, with expanded clay balls.
- Before planting, water the root ball vigorously. This ensures that Pennisetum grows in well and quickly.
Water and fertilize
Always water when the top layer of soil feels dry (thumb test). Fertilization is done every 14 days with a commercially available product for green plants. Adhere to the dosage indicated on the packaging.
Hibernate the tub grass properly
Before the first frost, you should bring the lamp-cleaning grass into the house. You do not have to cut it back at this point; it is sufficient to tie the stalks loosely together.
The winter quarters should be frost-free but cool. The plant's need for light during hibernation is not very high, so the room can be relatively dark. You should water infrequently and only when the soil feels really dry.
Please don't make the mistake and put the lamp cleaner grass back in its original place in the spring. Carefully accustom the plant to the changed conditions by first placing Pennisetum in a sheltered, sunny place.
Spring cut
After clearing, Pennisetum should be shortened to about a hand's breadth above the ground. it then drifts quickly and bright green.
Tips
The lamp cleaner grass is not poisonous, but can be a danger for children and pets due to the very hard stalks. In addition, these are so sharp that they can lead to nasty cuts if carelessly touched.
