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Molinia caerulea

ssp. caerulea 'Variegata'


Variegated Purple Moor-Grass




Family
Poaceae
Genus
Molinia
Species
caerulea
Cultivar
'Variegata'
Category
Perennials
Subspecies
caerulea
Synonyms
Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea 'Variegata', Molinia caerulea 'Variegata'
USDA Hardiness Zone
1a - 6a
Canadian Hardiness Zone
0a - 5b
RHS Hardiness Zone
H7
Temperature (°C)
-51 - (-21)
Temperature (°F)
-60 - (-5)
Height
0.5 - 1 m
Spread
0.1 – 0.5 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
AugustSeptember
General Description
Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Variegata' is a compact, clumping, deciduous herbaceous perennial grass with cream-striped leaves and narrow clusters of purple flowers.
Landscape
Grasses are a versatile, low-maintenance option with many landscape uses such as the borders and beds of cottage, urban and informal gardens.
Cultivation
Grow in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. Prefers acidic soil. Remove old foliage and stems in spring to encourage new growth.
Growth
Medium
Pests
No serious pests or diseases of note.
Leaf Description
Long and arching with dark green and cream stripes.
Flower Description
Purple, in narrow, loose branching clusters on stems as long as 60 cm.
Notable Specimens
The Devonian Botanic Garden, Devon, Alberta, Canada.
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