Setaria italica Red Jewel BIO – organic ornamental grass and decorative cut flower

Setaria italica Red Jewel BIO is a beautiful organic variety of the popular Red Jewel ornamental grass, known for its ruby-red, bushy plumes and robust growth. This ornamental grass is not only a striking feature in the garden but also perfectly suited as a cut flower for bouquets and vases. Its organic character makes it ideal for gardeners who prioritize sustainability and ecology.

Characteristics of Setaria italica Red Jewel BIO

This organic cultivar is distinguished by:

• Leaves: narrow, light green, gracefully curved

• Flowering: bushy plumes in ruby ​​red, from late summer to autumn

• Height: 80–130 cm, ideal for medium to tall borders and bouquets

• Growth habit: bushy and upright, forming elegant clusters that sway gently in the wind

• Location: full sun to partial shade; well-drained soil

The ornamental grass combines striking colour and graceful movement, making it a visual highlight in both the garden and in flower arrangements.

Benefits of Setaria italica Red Jewel BIO

Using this organic variant offers several advantages:

1. Organic and sustainable – grown without chemical pesticides or fertilizers

2. Low maintenance – drought tolerant and easy to care for

3. Ornamental value – bushy, ruby-red plumes and graceful leaves add texture and movement

4. Versatile – suitable for borders, rock gardens, pots and as a cut flower

5. Ecological – provides shelter and food for birds and beneficial insects

Thanks to these properties, Red Jewel BIO is both ecologically responsible and decorative and multifunctional.

Use as cut flower

Setaria italica Red Jewel BIO is perfect for vasework and dried flowers:

• Cutting thickness: sturdy, straight stems ideal for bouquets

• Shelf life: several days in a vase; plumes can also be dried for long-lasting decoration

• Combinations: can be beautifully combined with other perennials, ornamental grasses or dried flowers.

• Effect: Adds height, texture and ruby ​​red color to floral arrangements and interior decorations.

The organic variant also guarantees environmentally friendly and safe use, even indoors.

Location and care

For optimal growth in the garden:

• Sunlight: full sun for the most beautiful leaf and plume color

• Soil: well-drained; tolerates dry to moderately moist soil

• Watering: regularly during dry periods; drought tolerant once established

• Maintenance: Cut back old leaves and stems in spring for fresh growth

• Propagation: simply by division of the root ball

For cut flower use: cut stems preferably early in the morning or late in the evening and remove any excess foliage that ends up in the vase.

Application in garden and flower arrangements

Setaria italica Red Jewel BIO can be used in various ways:

• Borders – adds height, structure and ruby ​​red color

• Rock gardens – drought tolerant and robust

• Pots and containers – easy to maintain and decorative

• Combinations – with other ornamental grasses, perennials or cut flowers for a layered effect

• Cut flowers – in bouquets, vase arrangements or as dried flowers

The grass brings liveliness, elegance and colour to both the garden and indoors.