Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea 'Karl Foerster' purple moor-grass 'Karl Foerster' 'Karl Foerster' is a tufted deciduous grass forming a clump of arching, linear leaves that turn yellow in autumn, with narrow panicles of purple flowers in summer Join the RHS today and save 25% Join now < > © RHS 2002 © RHS © RHS 2002 © RHS Save to My plants Bearing the name of the legendary German nurseryman Karl Foerster, this Molinia's gossamerlike inflorescences first emerge suffused in purply raisin shades, and by fall gilded highlights set the lofty blooms aglow, further heightening the butter yellow hues of the stalks and leaves below. Blooms June - October Size: 6' 0" - 7' 0" high x 3' 0" wide.
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Molinia (mol-ee-ne-a), commonly known as moor grass, is a genus of two species of flowering plants in the grass family (Poaceae), native to damp moorland in Europe and north and south west Asia. They are both herbaceous perennial grasses. The genus is named after Juan Ignacio Molina, a 19th-century Chilean naturalist. 1 of 3 Variety or Cultivar 'Karl Foerster' is a clump-forming deciduous tufted grass with open, linear leaves which turn yellow in autumn. Fine purple flower panicles in summer. Season of interest Height and spread Metric | Imperial Where to grow Soil type Clay Loamy Sandy Soil drainage Moist but well-drained Well-drained Soil pH Acid Neutral Description Molinia caerulea ssp. arundinacea 'Karl Foerster' is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or at least grassy in appearance) with gold and green foliage and purple and tan flowers in summer and fall. It can grow 3 FT wide, 6 FT - 7 FT - tall. It contributes grassy texture to the garden. 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.
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Molinia caerulea ssp. arundinacea 'Karl Foerster' Forms a tufted upright clump of slightly arching medium green leaves turning yellow in the fall Long flower spikes on slender flower stalks give the grass an airy appearance Flowers change to tan seeds as the season progresses Bloom Time: July Flower Colour: Purple Flower Height: 150 cm Growing easily in a dense fountain-like clump about 5-8 ft. tall (150-240 cm) and 2-4 ft. across (60-120 cm), it enjoys full sun or light shade and average, medium to wet, well-drained soils. Prefers acid to neutral soils. Some drought tolerance once established. Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea 'Karl Foerster' type Deciduous Grass family Poaceae ph 3.0 - 7.5 Acid - Neutral Light Full sun to partial shade Frost Full Frost Hardy: 5F (-15°C) Soil Moist and free draining Water Occasional watering Plant & bloom calendar Best time to plant When the plant will bloom 'Karl Foerster' is an old variety that flowers slightly earlier than most, producing purple airy heads reaching 6ft or more. 'Windspiel' has a more substantial form with pale gold or honey.
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Bearing the name of the legendary German nurseryman Karl Foerster, this Molinia's gossamerlike inflorescences first emerge suffused in purply raisin shades, and by fall gilded highlights set the lofty blooms aglow, further heightening the butter yellow hues of the stalks and leaves below. Blooms June - October Flowers: July-November. Plant in sun or part shade. HxS 2mx60cm. Molinia 'Karl Foerster', also known as Purple Moor Grass has tall, airy panicles of flowers, held above the leaves, through summer and autumn. The flower plumes turn from dark red to purple as the season progresses and the winter foliage turns butter yellow, giving fantastic.
Molinia arundinacea 'Karl Foerster' Molinia arundinacea 'Karl Foerster' (Purple moor-grass) This lovely 'see-through' grass produces a broad tuft of slender, mid-green leaves that turn gold in autumn. In late summer sprays of soft-purple flowers erupt turning soft brown as they age. £5.60 Quantity discount £15.90 for three Pot Size: 9cm 1 Litre Molinia caerulea ssp. arundinacea 'Karl Foerster' makes a big clump of light green leaves and produces masses of flowers from June each year. The clump of foliage can get to about 60cm high and across while the flowers are typically between 2.1m and 2.4m. In the summer and early autumn you can be forgiven for thinking it is a bit dull!
Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea 'Karl Foerster', Purple Moor Grass 'Karl Foerster
The Molinia caerulea 'Karl Foerster' is also known as Moor grass. This Poaceae has got a maximum height of approximatly 200 centimetres. The Molinia caerulea 'Karl Foerster' is not evergreen. Do you want to have more information or tips about the Molinia caerulea 'Karl Foerster'? Save 22%. Carex Prairie Fire. In stock. £8.99 £6.99. 2-3 Litre pot. Buy Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea Karl Foerster (Purple Moor Grass) online from Jacksons Nurseries. Guaranteed best value, low prices, fast delivery, special offers.
