‘Hameln’ dwarf fountain grass Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' Type:grassesperennials Notable Traits:low-maintenanceoutstanding winter interestresistant: deerresistant: diseaseresistant: rabbitstriking foliagetolerates clay soiltolerates harsh roadside conditions Hardiness:Zone 5 – 9 Mature Height:24-36in Light:sun (8+ hrs) Water:drought tolerant once established Bloom Color:white Bloom Shape:spike Bloom Time:summer Foliage:green Description Dwarf fountain grass is cold hardy, heat and drought tolerant. Grows 2-3′ tall, and is an early flowering selection. One of our favorites as a front border to tall shrubbery, or low background for perennials.