Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Edith Dudszus'
purple moor grass
Compact and upright in habit, this ornamental grass forms neat clumps of narrow green leaves from which wiry, dark purple...
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Plant description
Compact and upright in habit, this ornamental grass forms neat clumps of narrow green leaves from which wiry, dark purple flower stems rise through summer. The airy seedheads appear in shades of purple-brown, creating a delicate vertical accent among lower-growing perennials.
In autumn, the foliage of Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Edith Dudszus' turns attractive yellow-orange before dying back for winter. Purple moor grass combines well with plants like Achillea and Geranium. Low-maintenance, once established, and easy to grow, it brings texture, movement and seasonal interest to borders or naturalistic, prairie planting schemes.
In autumn, the foliage of Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Edith Dudszus' turns attractive yellow-orange before dying back for winter. Purple moor grass combines well with plants like Achillea and Geranium. Low-maintenance, once established, and easy to grow, it brings texture, movement and seasonal interest to borders or naturalistic, prairie planting schemes.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
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 subsp. caerulea Edith Dudszus:
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.
