PENNISETUM rubrum

Also called 'red fountain grass', Pennisetum rubrum forms dense clumps of long thin foliage.  Pennisetum rubrum is known for its burgundy red foliage and red plumes.  Grows vigorously in spring/summer up to 3' tall.  It is recomended to cut this grass to the ground once a year.  Will survive in poor soil and requires little water once established.