The Pennisetum grass looks really exciting when combined with perennials. However, not every perennial is suitable for this ornamental grass. Lavender is often chosen as a partner. But is it really suitable as a neighbor for the Pennisetum?
Can you combine pennisetum with lavender?
Pennisetum grass can be perfectly combined with lavender, as the violet of the lavender flowers visually complements the pennisetum grass. Both plants prefer sunny, dry locations and go well together if the flowering times and heights are in harmony.
Does lavender go with pennisetum?
Lavendermatches visually excellent with pennisetum grass. You could hardly make a better choice when combining Pennisetum grass. The purple of the lavender flowers stands out beautifully between the pennisetum grass. It almost shines through. In return, the pennisetum grass with its fine feather bristles is beautifully surrounded by the lavender.
Which types of lavender are suitable for Pennisetum?
Variousvioletflowering lavender varieties can be attractively combined with Pennisetum. Ideally, chooselate-blooming lavender varieties so that the flowering period begins around the same time as the Pennisetum. The lavender 'Imperial Gem', for example, is well suited. The variety 'Two Seasons' is also recommended in combination with the Pennisetum grass due to its twice-flowering nature.
Do lavender and pennisetum have similar location requirements?
The lavender and the pennisetum havesimilar location requirements Both the lavender and the pennisetum require warmth. They like a location in the sun and wither in the shade. In addition, both plants prefer a sheltered location and can handle drought well.
When it comes to soil, lavender and pennisetum do not tolerate moisture. You want a permeable and loose substrate. However, there is a difference between the two: While lavender prefers a nutrient-poor substrate, pennisetum grass relies on many nutrients.
What matters when combining Pennisetum with lavender?
If you want to combine the pennisetum with lavender, you should make sure that theplant spacing is at least 100 cm. Give the Pennisetum some compost when planting. Lavender requires poor, calcareous and slightly sandy soil.
You should also consider the expectedfinal height of the plants. If the Pennisetum grass grows taller than the selected lavender variety, it should be in the background, otherwise the lavender and its flowers would be covered up.
Which other companions are suitable for the Pennisetum grass?
In addition to lavender,other perennials with ideally purple, blue or red flowers are also suitable as companions for the pennisetum. It is important that they bloom in late summer, just like the pennisetum. It also looks more harmonious in the bed if the perennials reach a similar height to that of the pennisetum.
These perennials are often showcased with the Pennisetum grass:
- Sage
- Sedum
- Aster
- Noble rose
- Autumn Anemone
You can also combine several perennials with the Pennisetum grass. However, you should then pay attention to which perennials go well together and have similar location requirements.
Tip
Visually loosen up perennial beds with pennisetum grass
There is almost always a place for the pennisetum in the perennial bed or rock garden. With its delicate stalks and feather bristles, it brings both momentum and lightness and visually loosens up heavy-looking perennial beds with its lively face.
