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Molinia caerulea ssp. caerulea 'Variegata'

Family Gramineae
Plant Type ornamental grass
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 75 cm (1 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 30 - 75 cm (1 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The ornamental grass Molinia caerulea ssp. caerulea 'Variegata' (purple moor grass) yields showy blossoms during late summer to mid autumn. This plant has showy foliage. Molinia caerulea ssp. caerulea 'Variegata' (purple moor grass) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting, specimen and waterfront.
Special Characteristics Molinia caerulea ssp. caerulea 'Variegata' is noted for being naturally resistant to deer. In the fall, Molinia caerulea ssp. caerulea 'Variegata' offers a beautiful display of autumn colour.