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Molinia caerulea 'Moorhexe'
purple moor-grass 'Moorhexe'
Rising like enchanted spires from tempestuous coastal gardens, this bewitching grass earned its name 'Moorhexe' (meaning 'Moor Witch') from its...
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Plant description
Rising like enchanted spires from tempestuous coastal gardens, this bewitching grass earned its name 'Moorhexe' (meaning 'Moor Witch') from its ability to stand unbowed against fierce winds.
Molinia caerulea 'Moorhexe' forms a prim, dense column of narrow foliage that transforms from summer green to luminous orange-brown tones in winter, while its needle-like stems carry ethereal purple flower heads that dance above the foliage in late summer.
This compact architectural grass proves most dramatic when positioned as an accent among lower-growing perennials or emerging from rocky outcrops, its maritime tolerance and steadfast nature making it particularly valuable for exposed coastal gardens.
Molinia caerulea 'Moorhexe' forms a prim, dense column of narrow foliage that transforms from summer green to luminous orange-brown tones in winter, while its needle-like stems carry ethereal purple flower heads that dance above the foliage in late summer.
This compact architectural grass proves most dramatic when positioned as an accent among lower-growing perennials or emerging from rocky outcrops, its maritime tolerance and steadfast nature making it particularly valuable for exposed coastal gardens.
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Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Molinia caerulea Moorhexe:
Plant Molinia in moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It grows best in acidic to neutral conditions and appreciates a spot that doesn’t dry out in summer. Avoid very dry or overly rich soils, which can cause the plant to flop.
Once established, it's low maintenance. Cut back the dead foliage to ground level in late winter before new growth appears. Plants in more exposed garden settings may benefit from shelter from strong winds. It can be left to form natural clumps or divided every few years in spring if needed to maintain vigour.
Once established, it's low maintenance. Cut back the dead foliage to ground level in late winter before new growth appears. Plants in more exposed garden settings may benefit from shelter from strong winds. It can be left to form natural clumps or divided every few years in spring if needed to maintain vigour.
Please note:
This grass dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
