Molinia caerulea 'Variegata' - C1.3

Description
The black flower panicles adorn this grass from summer onwards. In favourable conditions, this hardy grass reaches a height of approx. 40 cm and grows up to 30 cm wide.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * cut flower * easy to care for * attractive flower panicles

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value.

Growth habit
Clump-forming.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
This plant should not be cut back in autumn as it looks pretty in winter or the dead plant parts serve as winter protection. Only prune in spring before new shoots appear.

Flower
The black flowers appear in panicles from August to September.

Use
Solitary, steppe garden, cutting, grave, woodland edge