Pennisetum Ruby Magic

Common Name:
Ruby Magic Fountain Grass

Description:
Pennisetum ‘Ruby Magic’ is a striking ornamental grass prized for its rich burgundy to deep purple foliage, adding bold colour and texture to the landscape. This clump-forming variety features arching, strap-like leaves that create a soft, flowing form, ideal for adding movement to garden beds and containers. In the warmer months, it produces soft, feathery flower spikes in shades of pink to purplish tones, enhancing its visual appeal. Well suited to Melbourne conditions, it thrives in full sun where its foliage colour is most intense, and prefers well-drained soil. It is relatively drought tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance, with occasional trimming to remove old growth and encourage fresh new foliage. Perfect for feature planting, borders, and pots, ‘Ruby Magic’ brings a contemporary and vibrant feel to both modern and mixed garden designs.

Form:

• Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:

• Height: 0.6–1 m
• Width: 0.6–1 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Pink
• Purple

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Perennial
• Drought tolerant once established
• Low maintenance
• Ornamental foliage
• Adds movement and texture
• Ideal for borders and feature planting
• Suitable for contemporary gardens

Toxicity:

• Not commonly regarded as toxic to humans or pets

Companion Plants:

• Lomandra
• Dianella
• Kangaroo Paw
• Salvia
• Lavender
• Westringia
• Echinacea
• Verbena