Imperata cylindrica 'Red Baron'
Japanese Blood Grass
Grass family
Poaceae
Hæð
medium, approx. 30 - 60 cm
Blómlitur
cream
Blómskipun
spike
Blómgun
late summer
Lauflitur
green, red
Birtuskilyrði
sun
Jarðvegur
well drained, moist
pH
acid - neutral - alkaline
Harðgerði
tender
Heimkynni
garden variety, the species is native to S-Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia
Imperata, satintails, is a genus of around 10 species that are widely distributed throughout tropical and subtropical regions. They have silky haired inflorescences and at least one species is a very popular ornamental plant in gardens.
Propagation:
Division in spring or fall.
A popular ornamental grass in warmer climates. Needs more heat than the Icelandic climate has to offer. Could possibly grow in a greenhouse or conservatory. The leaf tips turn red in late summer and become dark burgundy in fall.