Tall purple moor grass (Molinia caerulea ssp. arundinacea 'Sky Racer') moe-LIN-ee-ah sir-EW-lee-ah subspecies ah-run-din-AY-see-ah Genus:  Molinia 'Skyracer' grows to about 3 feet wide and 2 to 3 feet wide, and in late summer to early fall, sends up delicate panicles to a height of 6 or 7 feet. This finely-textured ornamental grass is great for areas where you need height but don't have space for a wider, heavier plant. It works well in a sunny border but make sure you site it so you can see it closeup. Expect outstanding yellow color in fall. Care:  Cut it back in late autumn, early winter, or spring; or let the stems break off on their own. Divide in spring as needed. It tolerates low soil fertility and acid or alkaline conditions. Propagation: 

Divide in spring.

Problems: 

Infrequent.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Fast Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Showy Fall Foliage, Showy Foliage Bloom Time Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer, Summer Uses Beds and Borders, Foliage, Screening, Specimen Plant/Focal Point, Texture Style Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Fall Interest Type Grasses