‘Purple Baron’ pearl millet is an ornamental grass valued for its exotic, oriental appearance. Its decorative effect comes from fluffy, spike‑shaped inflorescences of an intense purple colour, resembling soft, furry “catkins”. In Polish conditions it is grown as an annual grass, as it does not tolerate frost. It reaches 60–80 cm in height. The leaves are large, broad, similar to corn leaves, with a dark purple‑violet colour. The fluffy inflorescences appear in late summer. It prefers warm, fully sunny locations and moderately moist to moist, humus‑rich soils with good calcium and nutrient content. An excellent grass for rock gardens, Japanese gardens and perennial borders. It is also used in floristry and looks beautiful in containers on balconies and terraces.