Imperata cylindrica 'Rubra'
Japanese Blood Grass
Description
This groundcover-grass can reach up to 3' tall and has green leaves that are reddish-maroon at the tips.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial, Grass
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Spanish, Woodland
Accenting Features
Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Patio, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.