Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' (Dwarf Fountain Grass) Ajuga reptans yellow throats and dark purple

yellow throats and dark purple veins

Deciduous like the specie above

Variegated Carex or Liriope

rounded shape and holds color well in winter

or at the back of the border

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' (Dwarf Fountain Grass) Ajuga reptans yellow throats and dark purple'Hameln' is almost identical to P. alopecuroides, but is a bit more compact, blooms a little earlier beginning in July, and is shorter in height at 18 24" tall. Its tassels emerge rosy and turn a coppery tan. Keep in mind that all the Fountain Grasses are tuft or mound growers, so they are not invasive. Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 9