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Glenferness, Midrand

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Imperata cylindrica red baron

Green red foliage that turns red from mid Summer to mid Winter. Highly sought after ornamental grass.

Plant Type:

General Size: small

Specifications: birds | deciduous | fast growing | frost resistant | sun | townhouse gardens | wetlands

Description

An unusual and dramatic grass, slowly forming a low clump. It grows about 30cm high and 45cm wide. Leaves are green at the base, with red tips that become more intense over the summer and autumn until they appear to glow. It is effective as an edging, in the rock garden, and especially when mass planted. Although it prefers moist soil, the plants require good drainage, especially in winter. Clumps may be easily divided in the spring. Plant the Japanese blood grass in sun or partial shade and it can grow in any soil be it clay, sandy or normal. Named after Ferrante Imperato ( 1550-1625) an Italian scholar of many subjects. He also formed a museum and studies how fossils were formed.