Poul Petersen purple moor grass

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'Poul Petersen' purple moor grass (Molinia caerulea 'Poul Petersen') is a grass for borders, specimen planting, winter interest, and rain gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Its arching form grows slowly, so it stays tidy for years. It blooms in early to late summer, and birds visit the plant. Deer tend to pass it by.

Pairs well with Joe Pye weed, Spotted beebalm, and Chokeberry.