Overview
Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus' is a tufted grass in the genus Molinia, part of the Poaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates moist and well-drained soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ornamental and grass borders. It is native to Europe.
About
Molinia caerulea, known by the common name purple moor-grass, is a species of grass that is native to Europe, west Asia, and north Africa. It grows in locations from the lowlands up to 2,300 m (7,546 ft) in the Alps.
Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0 — Molinia caerulea
About the genus
Molinia, or moor grass, is a genus of two species of flowering plants in the grass family, native to damp moorland in Eurasia and northern Africa. They are both herbaceous perennial grasses.
Wikipedia contributors, "Molinia", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Molinia
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Molinia
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- moist, well-drained
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered, exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Grass
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- ornamental, grass borders
- Native to
- Europe
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus'
- Cultivation
- Prefers moist, acidic to neutral soils; tolerates some drought once established; cut back old foliage in early spring.
- Pruning
- Cut back old foliage to ground level in late winter or early spring before new growth starts.
- Propagation
- Division in spring or autumn; seed propagation possible but less common.
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus'?
Prefers moist, acidic to neutral soils; tolerates some drought once established; cut back old foliage in early spring.
Where is the best place to plant Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus'?
Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered and exposed positions.
What soil does Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus' need?
Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus' grows best in moist and well-drained soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus'?
Cut back old foliage to ground level in late winter or early spring before new growth starts.
Is Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus' hardy in the UK?
Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Molinia caerulea 'Edith Dudszus'?
Division in spring or autumn; seed propagation possible but less common.
More in the Molinia genus
- Molinia caerulea 'Black Arrows'Purple Moor-grass
- Molinia caerulea 'Heidebraut'Purple Moor-grass
- Molinia caerulea 'Karl Foerster'Purple Moor-grass
- Molinia caerulea 'Moorhexe'Purple Moor-Grass
- Molinia caerulea 'Poul Petersen'Purple Moor-grass
- Molinia caerulea 'Transparent'
- Molinia altissimaMoor Grass