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Q.water requirements for potted fountain grass in Florida

Zone 33433 | Anonymous added on October 21, 2019 | Answered

How much to water a 16 inch potted purple fountain grass. in south Florida? It gets sun almost all day!!
thanks!

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GKH_Susan
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Answered on October 22, 2019

I would give it a deep watering every week or so. Since it's in a pot with full sun, check the soil every few days to be sure it is getting enough water, though it is somewhat drought tolerant.

Here are a couple of articles with ideas about how to give your potted fountain grass the best care.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/purple-fountain-grass/grow-purple-fountain-grass.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/ornamental-grass/ornamental-grass-in-pots.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/purple-fountain-grass/over-wintering-fountain-grass.htm

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