About
A graceful grass, reaching 20-80cm, with a fountain-like habit. It bears ornamental plumes. 'Major' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Imperata are deciduous, rhizomatous perennial grasses, with flat linear leaves which sometimes are brightly coloured and, occasionally, narrow silvery flowering panicles in late summer
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, prairie planting
Care notes
CultivationWell-drained soil in full sun
PruningCut back in late winter
PropagationDivide in spring
Pest resistancePest-free
Disease resistanceRust in humid conditions