Japanese Grass 'Hameln' C2

Japanese Grass 'Hameln' – Compact and Decorative Ornamental Grass

Japanese grass 'Hameln' (Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln') is an elegant and versatile ornamental grass, ideal for small gardens, flower beds and arrangements in pots. Its fluffy inflorescences and golden leaves in autumn add charm to any space where it will be planted.

Characteristics of the 'Hameln' plant

Rise

• It reaches a height of 60–90 cm.
• Its compact habit makes it perfect for smaller gardens, terraces and containers.

List

• Narrow, intensely green, they form dense clumps.
• In autumn, the leaves turn golden, bringing warm colors to the garden.

Inflorescences

• Fluffy, creamy-white ears of corn resembling bottle brushes.
• They appear from late summer to autumn, adding lightness and movement to any garden arrangement.

Frost resistance

• Frost resistant (hardiness zone 5-9).
• In colder regions, it is recommended to cover for the winter to protect the plant from severe frosts.

Cultivation and Care

Position

• It prefers sunny or semi-shaded positions.
• In full sun, it develops best and blooms intensively.

Soil

• It grows best in well-drained and moderately moist soils.
• It is tolerant of periods of drought, especially when it roots well.

Planting

• The best time to plant is in the spring or fall.
• The spacing of the plants should be around 30-40 cm to give them adequate space to grow.

Watering

• Regular watering in the first year after planting promotes rooting.
• In the following years, watering can be reduced.

Fertilization

• In spring, it is worth using a compound fertilizer to promote growth and abundant flowering.

Trimming

• In early spring, prune the withered leaves and inflorescences 5–10 cm above the ground to allow new shoots to grow.

Application of 'Hameln'

• Beds and group plantings: Ideal for planting with perennials and other ornamental grasses.
• Containers: Great for large pots for terraces and balconies.
• Solitaire: Can be used as a single accent in the garden.
• Urban greenery: Popular in parks and urban green areas due to its hardiness and low requirements.

Advantages of 'Hameln'

• Compact growth, ideal for smaller spaces.
• Fluffy, decorative inflorescences that add lightness to garden arrangements.
• Golden leaves in autumn that bring warm colors.
• Frost resistance and drought tolerance.

Specification of the 'Hameln' plant

• Flower pot: 2 liters
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes