Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Heidebraut'

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 'Heidebraut' is a compact cultivar with upright stems that hold up well when weighted by rain. New plants can take a while to get established, but once they do, they quickly bulk up. For best results, grow Molinia caerulea 'Heidebraut' in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.