Transparent Moor Ornamental Grasses (Molinia Arundinacea Transparent)

Transparent Moor Ornamental Grasses Description

Transparent Moor Grass is a graceful and airy ornamental grass that adds height, texture, and movement to the garden. It forms a clump of slender green leaves, which arch gently, creating an elegant mound. In late summer, the plant produces delicate, feathery flower plumes that emerge as translucent, almost silvery, and gradually mature to soft golden brown hues. These translucent plumes create a light, wispy effect, bringing an ethereal quality to the garden, especially when swaying in the breeze. Standing at a height of around 1.5 metres (5 feet), this grass works wonderfully in borders, naturalistic planting schemes, or alongside water features like ponds or streams. It thrives in moist, well drained soil and performs well in both full sun and partial shade, making it a versatile addition to many garden styles.

Pruning Advice

When to Prune: Prune Transparent Moor Grass in late winter or early spring, before the new growth begins to emerge.

How to Prune: Use sharp secateurs or garden shears to cut the plant back to around 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 inches) above the ground. This helps to remove any dead or damaged material and encourages healthy new growth. Be careful not to cut into the crown of the plant.

Additional Tips:

The dried flower heads can be left standing over winter to provide winter interest and shelter for wildlife.

If the plant becomes too large or congested, divide it every 3 to 4 years in early spring to maintain its shape and vigour.

Adding a light mulch in spring can help to retain moisture and suppress weeds around the base of the plant.

Further Information

Year Round Interest: The feathery flower plumes add seasonal colour and texture to the garden in late summer and autumn, and the dried plumes provide winter interest.

Aesthetic Appeal: Transparent Moor Grass brings a light, airy quality to the garden with its translucent flowers and flowing foliage, ideal for creating movement and a natural, soft look in both formal and informal plantings.

Wildlife Friendly: The flowers attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, while the dried plumes offer shelter for birds and insects during the colder months.

Low Maintenance: Once established, Transparent Moor Grass requires little care, making it an excellent choice for low maintenance garden designs.

Adaptable: It thrives in moist conditions, making it suitable for damp areas of the garden or alongside water features, yet it can also tolerate a range of soil types, from loamy to clay.

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £9.98 charge.

* Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £24.99 charge.

* Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £82 charge.

* Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £1500 | or £450 charge.