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IMPERATA cylindrica 'Red Baron'
Commonly known as Blady grass, Cogon grass
A most unusual grass with maroon-red erect leaves. Forms a gently spreading clump
individually £13.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each
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Good to know
Syn. 'Rubra' -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Japan -
Deciduous
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White
Silver white -
PaniclesSpike-like panicles to 20cm (8in) long
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BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Red
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Height
30-40cm (12-16in) -
Spread
25-30cm (10-12in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialRhizomatous perennial grass
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Ornamental grassesForms loose clumps of flat, linear, mid-green leaves to 50cm (20in) long, which quickly turn red. Produces spikes of fluffy, silvery-white spikelets to 4.5cm (1¾in) long.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Full sun
mulch in winter -
Partial shade
Dappled shade. -
Mature Size30-40cm (12-16in)
25-30cm (10-12in)
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Grasses - Care Guide
Imperata cylindrica 'Red Baron' - Care Guide
