Molinia caerulea
variegated purple moor-grass
Flower Color
Description
An herbaceous grass forming a compact clump of arching, boldly cream-striped, dark green leaves, with narrow purple flower panicles on stems to 60cm in height in summer
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Rosette
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-10
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeCottage and informal gardenLow MaintenanceFlower borders and beds