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Molinia caerulea Variegata
Variegated Purple Moor Grass
A dense, tufted grass with striped leaves of dark green and creamy-white. The common name can be confusing as the "purple" is in reference to new blooms having a slightly purplish hue.
- » Forms a compact arching mound of creamy-white and green variegated foliage
- » Slender flower stalks rise well above the foliage, giving this grass an airy appearance
- » Flower spikes change to tan seeds as they age
- » Leaves turn a striking golden-yellow in the fall
- » Bloom Time: July
- » Flower Colour: Purple
- » Foliage Height: 50 cm
- » Flower Height: 80 cm
- » Grass Type: Cool Season
1gal
$24.33
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Birds |
Growth Rate
| • | Slow |
Critter
| • | Deer Resistant |
Flowering Time
| • | Summer |
Planting instructions
| • | Container Plants |
Additional Information about Molinia caerulea 'Variegata'
Cool Season Grasses: These grasses do the majority of their growing in early spring and start again when temperatures start to cool in the fall. During the warmer summer months, they stop growing and some will even go dormant. Cool season grasses flower in the spring or early summer. Most cool season grasses grow best in a consistently moist soil.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Molinia caerulea 'Variegata'
Molinia is slow to mature and could take 3-5 years to reach full size. Grows best in a moist, well-drained, acidic soil, in full sun to partial shade. You can trim back the dead foliage in the fall for a tidier appearance, or leave it until spring to improve winter interest and provide root protection.