Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea 'Transparent'

purple moor grass

• Position: full sun or partial shade
• Soil: any moist but well-drained, preferably acid to neutral soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: May to September
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  The flowers of this deciduous grass have an open habit, so stand, airy and almost transparent, high above the foliage. It’s therefore ideal for the middle of a border planted among large-flowered perennials, where the purple, feathery spikelets will catch every breeze. A native of moorland, it will flourish on most soils as long as they are not too dry. It will tolerate sun or light shade, and lasts well into winter.
  
  
• Garden care: Cut back in late winter before the new foliage appears.