Go Back Red Baron Japanese Blood Grass

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:47 PM
Imperata cylindrica 'Red Baron'
    Deer Resistant IconRock Garden Icon

    Plant Type: Grasses

    An unusual and dramatic grass, slowly forming a low clump. Leaves are green at the base, with red tips that become more intense over the summer and fall until they appear to glow. Effective as an edging, in the rock garden, and especially when mass planted. Although this prefers moist soil, plants require good drainage, especially in winter. Remove any all-green shoots if they appear. Clumps may be easily divided in the spring. Seldom flowers.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Flower Color

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    Foliage Color

    red, variegated

    Plant Spread

    12-18"

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    18-20"

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    5-9

    Soil Moisture

    average and consistent water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    drought resistant/deer resistant

    Bloom Time

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    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    full sun

    Growth Rate

    medium

    Seasonal Interests

    summer/fall/winter