Imperata cylindrica 'Red Baron' (Red Baron Japanese Blood Grass)


Botanical Information

FamilyPoaceae
GenusImperata
Speciescylindrica
Cultivar'Red Baron'
SynonymsImperata cylindrica 'Rubra'
CategoryPerennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone7b - 8a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH5 - H4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-12 - (-7)
Temperature (°F)10 - 20
Height45-50 cm
Spread30-45 cm
GrowthMedium

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeEffective as an edging, in the rock garden, and especially when mass planted.
PropagationClumps may be easily divided in the spring.
CultivationAlthough this prefers moist soil, plants require good drainage, especially in winter. Remove any all-green shoots if they appear.
Notable SpecimensThe A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionLeaves are green at the base, with red tips that become more intense over the summer and autumn until they appear to glow.

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