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01/01/98

Imperata cylindrica--Satintail

Hardiness Zones: 6 to 9                                     
Height: 24 in   Spread: 18 in                               
Type: herbaceous perennial                                  

Comments: This grass is usually present in landscapes in    
the form of one of the red-leaved cultivars.  In cool       
climates grow the plant in full sun, however, in hot        
climates provide some shade.  The plant will grow well in   
poor soil.  Red-leaved cultivars should be planted where    
the leaves will be viewed with back lighting from the sun.  

Propagation: Division.                                      

Cultivars:                                                  
   'Red Baron' - The base of the leaf blades is green but   
     becoming red at the tips.  The color is more intense   
     late in the season.                                    
   'Rubra' - Red foliage.                                   

References for Cultivars: Walters Gardens 1997, Lake        
County Nursery 1997, Iseli Nursery 1997, Wayside Gardens    
1996, Ray Wiegand's Nursery 1997, Studebaker Nurseries      
1998.                                                       

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