Purple moor grass

Molinia caerulea arundinacea

Perennials Grass

Description

Molinia caerulea arundinacea (Purple moor grass) Tall with an open growth habit and arching leaves. Green flower spikes emerge mid summer fading to a purplish then ultimately to a golden color in the fall.
Botanical Name
Molinia caerulea arundinacea
Height
5-8'
Width
2-4'
Sun Exposure
Full Sun Partial Sun
Soil Type
Acidic Well Draining
Bloom Time
Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer Fall
Bloom Colors
Purple Green Cream Yellow
Foliage Colors
Light Green
Water Requirements
Moderate
Zones
Zone 5 Zone 5B Zone 6 Zone 7

Tags

Easy Care Drought Tolerant Deer Resistant