Thompson & Morgan Imperata Grass Red Baron - Potted Plant X 1
Bring structure and colour to your summer borders with Japanese Blood Grass, which will add amazin...Bring structure and colour to your summer borders with Japanese Blood Grass, which will add amazing colour, texture and interest. Ideal for fans of bright colours and grasses, Imperata cylindrical ‘Rubra’ combines both into one unusual and dramatic grass. The leaves are green at the base, with red tips that appear more intense as summer progresses into autumn, when they begin to shine like a jewel and light up the garden when it’s starting to look a little past its best. Height & Spread: 50cm (20”). Imperata can be planted in full sun or semi-shade and requires a moist, well-drained soil, especially in winter. Plant in groups of three or five for the most dramatic effect. Remove any all-green shoots if they appear. Clumps can be divided in the spring if large enough to do so. Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only. Please note: This product cannot be delivered outside the United Kingdom. Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image for illustration purposes only, plants can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Imperata cylindrica ‘Red Baron’, commonly known as Japanese Blood Grass, is a neat and compact ornamental grass ideal for growing in small spaces. It loves a sunny spot but can also tolerate semi-shade and adds a wonderful fiery glow to any planting scheme. Providing a long season of interest, the striking red foliage emerges bright green in the spring, then develops its bright red tips as the season progresses and it’s at its brightest during the summer months. Whether planted in pots or mixed borders, the vivid upright foliage provides a wonderful, structural contrast when planted among mixed flowers or other ornamental grasses. This deciduous grass is low maintenance and easy to grow, simply requiring cutting back in the spring. To give them to best start, pot up plants and grow them on in frost free conditions or warm, sheltered spot for transplanting into beds, borders and containers later on in the spring. Water sparingly until plants are fully rooted into their containers. Plant Japanese Blood Grass in moist, light, well-drained soil in full sun. Water when necessary to prevent the soil from drying out. Imperata cylindrica ‘Red Baron’ is fairly hardy and will tolerate a typical UK winter, however if you live in a particularly cold or exposed area it’s a good idea to apply a thick layer of mulch over the plants to offer a little extra protection. Remove foliage in autumn or spring.Position: Full Sun Height: Up to 40cm when fully established Spread: Up to 40cm when fully established Supplied as 1 x Imperata ‘Red Baron’ plant in a 9cm Pot. Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e. g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Japanese Blood Grass, or Imperata cylindrica ‘Red Baron’, is a striking ornamental grass that brings a fiery touch to any garden, no matter how small. This neat, compact grass thrives in a sunny location but also adapts well to semi-shade. Its long season of interest begins in spring, with bright green foliage that gradually develops vibrant red tips as the season unfolds, reaching its peak intensity during the summer.Whether showcased in pots or integrated into mixed borders, its upright, vivid foliage offers a superb structural contrast against mixed flowers or other ornamental grasses. This low-maintenance, deciduous grass is easy to cultivate, requiring only a spring trim.For an optimal start, pot up the plants and nurture them in frost-free conditions or a warm, sheltered area before transplanting them into beds, borders, or containers later in the spring. Water sparingly until the plants are fully rooted in their containers. Plant Japanese Blood Grass in moist, light, well-drained soil in full sun. Water as needed to prevent the soil from drying out.Imperata cylindrica ‘Red Baron’ is relatively hardy and can withstand a typical UK winter. However, in colder or more exposed regions, applying a thick layer of mulch will provide extra protection. Remove the foliage in autumn or spring.Position: Full Sun. Height: Reaches up to 40cm when fully established. Spread: Extends up to 40cm when fully established. Supplied as 1 x Imperata ‘Red Baron’ plant in a 9cm pot.Please note: Images are for illustrative purposes only, showing expected results upon maturity. Different growing conditions may lead to variations. The image may also illustrate the supply, but this can vary due to seasonal changes (e.g., deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months).
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