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
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
  • White
    Silver white
  • Height
    30-40cm (12-16in)
  • Spread
    25-30cm (10-12in)
  • Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennial
    Rhizomatous perennial grass
  • Ornamental grasses
    Forms 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.
  • 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)
  • Full sun
    mulch in winter
  • Partial shade
    Dappled shade.

IMPERATA cylindrica 'Red Baron'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Syn. 'Rubra'
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    Japan
  • Flower Shape
    Panicles
    Spike-like panicles to 20cm (8in) long
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Red
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Humus-rich
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30-40cm (12-16in)
bulb/corm - guide for size not form Hand Trowel
  25-30cm (10-12in)
 

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