Imperata cylindrica Rubra, or Japanese Blood Grass, is a hardy, eye-catching ornamental grass with striking green blades tipped in vivid blood-red, intensifying from summer into autumn. As the seasons shift, the dramatic red hues become more pronounced, creating a standout feature in garden beds, borders, or containers. Loved by landscapers for its low-maintenance appeal and seasonal colour, this compact grass forms neat clumps and delivers year-round visual interest—especially when planted en masse. Its new red-tipped growth contrasts beautifully with mature foliage, and in the right position, it’s a truly effortless performer.
Soil: Adaptable to most soil types. It does not like soggy, wet conditions
Conditions: Full sun. Frost and coastal tolerant. It struggles with very high humidity and excessive moisture.
Size: Height 0.50m x width 0.30m
Soil: Adaptable to most soil types. It does not like soggy, wet conditions
Conditions: Full sun. Frost and coastal tolerant. It struggles with very high humidity and excessive moisture.
Size: Height 0.50m x width 0.30m