Imperata cylindrica 'Red Baron'

'Red Baron' emerges bright green and matures to blood red, staying vibrant long into the fall; it prefers full sun, moist soil and is a slow growing clump forming winner!

Commonly known as Japanese Bloodgrass, 'Red Baron' is a lovely garnet red colour that deepens toward burgundy as the growing season progresses. The upper half of each blade turns a garnet red in summer with the red colour often deepening toward burgundy as the growing season progresses. This grass remains attractive until late autumn and then goes dormant in winter. It is useful in borders, rock gardens or as a colourful accent. Its foliage colour can be superb when backlit by early morning or late day sun. 'Red Baron' is also good for patio containers or tubs.