This easy-to-grow ornamental millet was a happy accidental off-shoot of a grain-millet breeding program at the University of Nebraska. Long strappy leaves and multiple deep purple cattail-like flower stalks stand 3-5 feet tall. Dramatic as a garden presence and as a long-lasting addition to floral arrangements.
Young leaves start out green, but turn deep purple when grown in full-day sun. Full sun is the key -- half a day won't do it. Heat tolerant too.
Though 'Purple Majesty' is fabulous in the garden and in the vase, it doesn't set enough seed to recommend it for grain production. Seed IS edible, of course, and small birds love it.
Approx. 50 seeds per packet
Latin name: Pennisetum glaucum
Grown in Potter Valley, Mendocino County, California
Certified Organic by CCOF
Open-pollinated, non-GMO
Reviews (12)
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Jun 5, 2025
Seeds. Just as described. Hope they grow.
N H
May 22, 2025
Seeds appear to be garden ready.
Terry Gouette
Apr 3, 2025
These sprouted so quickly and made me the happiest plant lady this week!! Our MN winter can bugger off already!
Jenna K.
Mar 1, 2025
Thank you for the seeds.
Doejah K
Nov 1, 2024
This will be beautiful in my garden! Thank you!
Cary