Imperata cylindrica var. rubra 'Red Baron'
Botanical Name
Imperata cylindrica var. rubra 'Red Baron'
Hardiness
Zones 5 to 9
Height
12 to 18 inches
Width
12 to 18 inches
Flowers
Rare - should be removed to prevent re-seeding when present
Light
Full sun (best color) to part shade
Soil
Moist, well-drained soils
Planting and Care
Cut back in early spring. Dig and divide slowly spreading clumps in spring.
Problems
The species Imperata cylindrica, has green leaves, is very invasive and is listed as a noxious weed in the U.S. REMOVE AND DESTROY IMMEDIATELY if any part of 'Red Baron' blood grass reverts to green.