Overview
Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Poul Petersen' is a tufted grass like in the genus Molinia, part of the Poaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Poul Petersen' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH.
About
Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Poul Petersen' is a deciduous, tufted grass-like cultivar of the Molinia genus, commonly known as purple moor-grass 'Poul Petersen'. It grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 metre with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full height within 2 to 5 years. This grass thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types including clay, loam, and sand, preferring moist but well-drained or poorly-drained soils with acid to neutral pH. It is suitable for all garden aspects and exposures, offering seasonal interest through summer, autumn, and winter.
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.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Molinia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, East-facing, South-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
Plant details
Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Poul Petersen' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Grass Like
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Poul Petersen'?
Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Poul Petersen' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Poul Petersen' need?
Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Poul Petersen' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to poorly-drained.
How big does Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Poul Petersen' grow?
Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Poul Petersen' reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
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
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