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'Tift 10', sold under the trade name of FIRST KNIGHT, is a selection made by Dr. Wayne Hanna at the University of Georgia for its extremely dark, blackish-purple foliage. It is the result of a planned breeding program of a cross between Pennisetum glaucum, P. purpureum and P. squamulatum.
Fountain Grass ‘First Knight’ (Pennisetum purpureum) Care Guide. Prepare the garden by breaking up the existing soil (use a hoe, spade, or power tiller). Add organic matter such as manure, peat moss or garden compost until the soil is loose and easy to work.
The newest noble in the Royal Collection boasts a royal flush of the family’s deepest, darkest, blackest purple foliage. Pennisetum hybrid ‘First Knight’ has center leaves that thrust skyward like broadsword blades raised in triumph; outer leaves arch gracefully.
Nov 30, 2015 · We Love First Knight Napier Grass. Jennifer Smith. Nov 30, 2015. The royal bloodline of this Pennisetum family has done it again—‘First Knight’ napier grass has the boldest, darkest, richest black-purple foliage color to date and it’s ruling the gardens in style.
First Knight Fountain Grass (Pennisetum) - 3 Gallon Pot. Yet another new cold hardy purple fountain grass from the breeding program at the University of Georgia, 'First Knight' was selected by Dr. Wayne Hanna for its extremely dark, blackish-purple foliage.
First Knight Fountain Grass is primarily valued in the landscape or garden for its cascading habit of growth. It attractive grassy leaves emerge grayish green in spring, turning burgundy in colour with pointy deep purple spines and tinges of black.
Apr 28, 2017 · This collection gives you the best of both worlds—the look of phormium along with the vigor and other characteristics of pennisetum. Selections include Prince, Princess, Princess Caroline, Princess Molly, First Knight, Majestic, Regal Princess, Royal Lady and most recently, Noble (pictured).
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