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Common name: "Skyracer Moor Grass" or "Tall Moore Grass"
Latin name:
Molinia caerulea arundianaces 'Skyracer'

Skyracer Moor Grass - Molinia caerulea arundinacea
Zone: 4 - 9
Elevation to:
8500'
Growth habit:
Upright clump   
Max height:
7' - 8'
Spread: 36" - 48"
Flowers: Yes, mid summer
Flower type: Plume above plant
Native to area: No
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured: Skyracer Moor Grass
Molinia caerulea arundinacea
Photo: Missouri Botanic Gardens
Ornamental Grasses Cultivation: "Skyracer Moor Grass" shows all its beauty in the fall with its vibrant golden foliage. 

Plant Skyracer Moor Grass in direct sun shine, to light partial shade, in well drained fertile soil. Skyracer will take 3 to 4 years to reach maturity. This tall growing grass grows well in the foothills.

Cut the grass back to ground level early each winter. 

Propagation:
Purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center. Due to its great size when mature the plant is difficult to divide.

Pests ~ Diseases:
Rare.

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