Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Heidebraut'
moor grass
From amongst the compact tussocks of this deciduous ornamental grass, upright, willowy stems emerge in late summer and...
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Plant description
From amongst the compact tussocks of this deciduous ornamental grass, upright, willowy stems emerge in late summer and autumn carrying violet flowerspikes that sway gently in the breeze. 'Heidebraut’ has stunning autumn colour with stems maturing to orange-yellow as the season progresses.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
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- Sep
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- 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 Heidebraut:
Molinia looks stunning in the autumn light so cut back in late winter to the crown of the plant (roughly soil/compost level) before the new foliage appears in late winter/early spring.
Please note:
This grass dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
Late ornamental grasses
Late-season grasses come into their own from September adding another element or two - movement and texture to your garden. Most are tall and graceful and most move and sway with a gossamer presence. As autumn continues the texture of the awns, be it soft
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