Melinda Myers

Japanese Blood Grass

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 & 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.