National Plant Network's grower approved selections take the guesswork out of gardening. Purple Fountain Grass is a striking ornamental grass valued for its dramatic burgundy foliage and graceful arching form. Reaching 3 to 5 feet tall and 2 to 4 feet wide, this fast growing grass creates instant texture and contrast in containers and landscape plantings. In summer, feathery purple flower plumes rise above the foliage and continue through fall, adding motion and seasonal interest. Purple Fountain Grass thrives in full sun and well drained soil and is heat tolerant and drought tolerant once established. In colder zones it can be grown as an annual or planted in a container and overwintered indoors in a bright location with minimal watering during dormancy. This bold ornamental grass delivers rich color, elegant texture, and dependable performance throughout the warm season.