Purplie Moor Grass

Molinia caerulea cv. Transparent

Plant name: Purplie Moor Grass Molinia caerulea This plant features long, slender, green leaves with a smooth texture that rise into tall, delicate, golden-brown seed heads.

Plant Information

Type: Ornamental Grass

Garden: Cutting Garden

Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Bloom Time: Jun - Oct

Height: 60-84 inches

Light Requirements: Full sun

Soil Conditions: Tolerates periodic drought, Average well-drained soil, Tolerates periodic moisture

Flower Color: Purple, Green, Yellow

Special Characteristics:

Allen Centennial Garden Director Ben Futa's all time favorite grass
Elegant
open vase shape
Takes up a lot of volume but not visually heavy
Flowers are green but then fade to purple-brown then a brilliant electric buttery yellow in late fall
Stands up pretty well in winter though wet snow will knock it down
Plays well with dew and other tall seedheads around it
Cool season grass
blooms early
Slow growing
Deer tolerant

Potential Pests: None

Potential Diseases: None

Serious Pests: None Serious

Serious Diseases: None Serious