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Imperata ‘Rubra’, commonly known as Japanese Blood Grass, is a striking ornamental grass valued for its vibrant red-tipped foliage that intensifies through the seasons. Compact, dramatic, and low-maintenance, it adds bold colour and texture to modern and traditional landscapes.
✔ Brilliant red foliage – Leaves emerge green with red tips, deepening to intense crimson in summer and autumn.
✔ Compact, clumping habit – Forms a tidy mound without becoming invasive in its ‘Rubra’ form.
✔ Low-maintenance ornamental – Requires very little attention once established.
✔ Excellent contrast plant – Adds colour and texture among greens, silvers, and darker foliage.
✔ Drought tolerant – Performs well in sunny, well-drained positions.
✅ Colour contrast borders – Perfect for adding fiery red tones to garden beds.
✅ Modern and minimalist designs – Its upright blades and rich colour suit contemporary landscapes.
✅ Mass planting – Creates stunning drifts of red when planted in groups.
✅ Container gardening – Looks striking in decorative pots and mixed arrangements.
Spacing: Plant 30 to 40cm apart for mass plantings; closer spacing provides a denser, more dramatic display, so consider adding extra plants for faster coverage.
Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring.
Mulching & Fertilising: No additional mulching or fertiliser is needed, making this grass an easy-care option.
How big does Imperata Rubra grow?
It typically reaches 30 to 50cm tall and forms a clumping mound that slowly expands.
Does the red colour last all year?
The colour intensifies in warm months, turning deep red in summer and autumn; winter tones soften but remain attractive.
Is it invasive?
The ‘Rubra’ form is not invasive and does not spread aggressively like the green species.
Does it prefer sun or shade?
It performs best in full sun to part shade; more sun yields stronger red colouring.
Is it suitable for pots?
Yes, its compact size and vivid colour make it excellent for containers.
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