Variegated moor grass typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
variegated moor grass
Molinia caerulea ssp. caerulea 'Variegata'
Variegated moor grass is an ornamental plant with attractive, bright yellow foliage. It has an upright foliage and a clumping growth habit, which quickly fills in to form a dense groundcover. Its leaves are also incredibly tough and resilient, making it tolerant to both dry and wet conditions. Its lovely arching flower panicles, appear in early summer and last through autumn providing an extra attractive feature. Variegated moor grass looks amazing planted in sweeping drifts amongst other grasses, and also makes a great addition to containers or flower beds. Low maintenance and relatively maintenance free, this grass is a great choice for any garden.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4
Flowers:
Purple Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Acidic, Well-drained
Fruits:
brown Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,yellow,white
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
When watering Variegated Moor Grass, it is important to irrigate lightly and deeply 1-2 times per week during its active growing season. Watering should be done with a watering can or sprinkler when the top few inches of soil have dried out to allow for deep penetration of moisture. Soil should also be well-draining, as Variegated Moor Grass does not like to sit in waterlogged soil. During its dormant winter months, the grass may need very little to no water, depending on climate and rainfall.
sunlight
Variegated Moor Grass requires a full sun to part shade location in order to thrive. In all-day sun, it will grow and flower, but in part-shade, it will appear much less vibrant. Generally, 4-6 hours of sunlight daily is recommended for optimal growth and bloom. It should be noted, that when planted in full sun, Variegated Moor Grass needs more frequent watering, both to aid with growth and to prevent too much damage to the plants from the heat.
pruning
Variegated moor grass should be pruned once a year during late spring or early summer. Pruning should be done lightly, removing only dead and weak stems. Trim off any yellow or brown stems at the base of the plant, and any encroaching stems, to encourage new growth and keep the shape of the plant. Cutting off too much of the foliage can cause stress to the plant, so be sure to only prune off what is necessary for health and shape.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Variegated moor grass typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
