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Tall Moor Grass

Molinia arundinacea, Poaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerBeneficial Insect HabitatWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

4.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Arctic RushJuncus arcticus
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Foothill SedgeCarex tumulicola
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Compressed RushJuncus compressus
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Southern Sweet GrassHierochloe australis

Tall moor grass forms dense tussocks that compete with sweet grass for growing space and nutrients

Fine-leaved Moor GrassSesleria tenuifolia

Both moor grasses compete for similar acidic, nutrient-poor grassland habitats

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlBiomass ProductionWildlife HabitatOrnamental

Common Questions

What zones does Tall Moor Grass grow in?

Tall Moor Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Tall Moor Grass?

Good companions for Tall Moor Grass include Arctic Rush, Foothill Sedge, Compressed Rush.

Design guilds with Tall Moor Grass and see companion relationships visually.

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