Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Heidezwerg'

Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Heidezwerg'

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Purple moor grassPerennial, DeciduousFamily: Poaceae

Flower colour:

Purple

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Soil

Acidic / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Purple moor grass, Molinia caerulea, is a terrific British native ornamental grass, forming large clumps of erect leaves, from which tall spikes of purple flowers emerge in summer. Because it has a gentle, see-through look it’s ideal for growing at the front of a border, filtering views to the plants behind. In autumn the foliage becomes electric yellow.

Molinia caerulea 'Heidezwerg' is a compact cultivar with upright stems and fresh green foliage. New plants can take a while to get established, but once they do, they quickly bulk up. For best results, grow Molinia caerulea 'Heidezwerg' in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.

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Molinia ‘Heidezwerg’ and wildlife

Molinia ‘Heidezwerg’ is known for attracting butterflies/moths. It is a caterpillar food plant.

Is not known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Molinia ‘Heidezwerg’ poisonous?

Molinia ‘Heidezwerg’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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