I have been talking about purchasing more ornamental grasses for a while now. The first I have purchased, is Japanese Blood Grass, Imperata cylindrica 'Red Baron'
When lit by the sun, the many shades of green and red, come alive with incredible intensity.I have seen Japanese Blood Grass planted in a row in front of other taller ornamental grasses, and I must say it looks spectacular, and prompts me to do something similar in my garden.
Gardening Gone Wild is hosting September's
Picture This photo contest.
Nan Ondra, the judge this month, has chosen ornamental grasses as the subject.
The prize for this month, has been selected by David Salman at High Country Gardens He has chosen a collection of ornamental grasses. Who wouldn't like to win such a wonderful prize? I would, so I am entering my picture of the Japanese Blood Grass, for a chance of winning those lovely ornamental grasses.
You Gotta' Be In To Win!!
9 comments:
I've been thinking about buying this same grass. Good luck on your entry.
I just planted some of this grass near my pond. I love it! Good luck!
I also want to add more ornamental grasses in my garden but space is a problem. Good luck with the pictures.
Lovely shot, very nice the way you composed the light & the background.
You are right about being lit by the sun... it really shows those colors up nicely.
Meems @ Hoe and Shovel
My fingers are crossed, Jennifer. You've definitely got a winning photo. I love my Japanese Blood Grass--as long as it gets plenty of water and a bit of shade. In my garden it will burn if unattended in full sun. It does have a tendency to spread but this has never been a negative for me. High Country Gardens is awesome. What a prize this would be.
The leaves remind me of stained glass. Just lovely.
I love the texture and background contrast! One of my favorite grasses!
Great shot! Those colors are so lovely...
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