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Purple Moor Grass

Molinia Caerulea 'Moorhexe'

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Overview

Molinia caerulea 'Moorhexe', commonly known as Purple Moor Grass, is a clump-forming perennial with slender arching foliage. Its distinguishable purplish-green leaves reach up to 2ft tall, while in late summer, delicate flower stalks rise above to 3-4ft. This ornamental grass thrives in full sun to part shade in moist, acidic soils. Adds texture and movement to gardens with its autumnal gold hues. Hardy in zones 5-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate
Purple Moor Grass (Molinia Caerulea 'Moorhexe') — commonly known as Purple Moor Grass

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Poaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Purple Moor Grass (Molinia Caerulea 'Moorhexe') — commonly known as Purple Moor Grass

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