Japanese Blood Grass

Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra'

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Overview

Japanese Blood Grass, Imperata cylindrica 'Rubra', exhibits vibrant red-tipped blades, which deepen to a fiery hue in autumn. This perennial grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist soils. Maturing at 1.5 to 2 feet tall and 1 foot wide, it offers striking color contrast in mixed plantings. Caution is advised, as it can become invasive; consider root barriers for control. Hardy in zones 5 to 9.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–10Climate Temperate

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — exhibits vibrant red-tipped blades

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — which deepen to a fiery hue in autumn

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — This perennial grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist soils

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — Maturing at 1.5 to 2 feet tall and 1 foot wide, it offers striking color contrast in mixed plantings

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — Caution is advised, as it can become invasive; consider root barriers for control

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — is an ornamental grass known for its striking appearance and ease of maintenance

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — making it a perfect accent for any landscape design

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Poaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — exhibits vibrant red-tipped blades

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — which deepen to a fiery hue in autumn

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — This perennial grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist soils

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — Maturing at 1.5 to 2 feet tall and 1 foot wide, it offers striking color contrast in mixed plantings

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — Caution is advised, as it can become invasive; consider root barriers for control

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — is an ornamental grass known for its striking appearance and ease of maintenance

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — making it a perfect accent for any landscape design

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — This perennial grass grows in an upright

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — reaching a height of approximately 16 to 20 inches and a spread of 12 to 18 inches at maturity

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — During the growing season

Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata Cylindrica 'Rubra') — slender blades emerge in a bright

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