Imperata Red Baron - Blood Grass
Ornamental grasses are currently enjoying incredible popularity as both seasoned and novice gardeners alike discover the incredible and ever-increasing range of varieties available, and Imperata 'Red Baron', better known as Blood Grass, has to be one of the most striking!Originating in Asia, these exotic beauties boast a compact nature, reaching a height of roughly 50cm, yet still make a real impact on the garden! In spring, the deciduous grasses begin to produce robust, upright green blades that turn vivid cranberry red in summer, before the colour deepens to a luxurious burgundy for autumn.Blood Grass slowly form large clumps and look particularly amazing when planted en masse, with dazzling red blades that provide contrasts in both colour and texture with surrounding garden plants. Between June and August, clusters of fluffy, silvery flowers appear, adding yet more visual interest. Try them dotted around a gravel or rock garden or in pots so that you can get up close to admire them.Plant in full sun to see the best colouring possible, although they will be fine in partial shade. As deciduous grasses, do not fret as they die back in winter, just cut them back to ground level in February to see brand new shoots from March, heralding the arrival of spring and a new season of amazing colour!Supplied as a set of six established plants in 9cm pots, ready to plant.