Molinia caerulea ‘Skyracer’ – Skyracer Moor Grass is a tall, elegant ornamental grass prized for its slender, upright growth habit and airy golden seed heads that rise high above its clumping green foliage. Blooming in late summer to fall, this low-maintenance, deer-resistant grass adds texture, movement, and seasonal interest to meadows, mixed borders, and naturalized plantings. Skyracer thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to a wide range of soil conditions, including moist, well-drained soils. As autumn progresses, its foliage turns golden yellow, providing striking fall color and winter interest.

Why Choose Molinia caerulea ‘Skyracer’ – Skyracer Moor Grass?

• Tall, Airy Seed Heads: Creates movement and structure in the landscape.
• Low-Maintenance & Deer-Resistant: Thrives with minimal care and resists browsing from deer.
• Multi-Season Interest: Green summer foliage turns golden in fall, with seed heads persisting through winter.

Cultivating Tips:

• Best grown in full sun to partial shade for optimal height and flowering.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil, but tolerates drier conditions once established.
• Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh new growth.

Design Ideas for Your Garden:

Molinia caerulea ‘Skyracer’ is perfect for prairie gardens, naturalistic plantings, and mixed borders. Its arching green foliage and wispy golden flower spikes pair beautifully with coneflowers, black-eyed Susans, and native grasses. Use it to soften hardscapes, add vertical interest, or create a dramatic meadow-like effect.

Ecological Benefits:

While Skyracer Moor Grass is not a native species, its deep root system helps stabilize soil and prevent erosion, making it an excellent choice for sustainable landscapes. Additionally, its seed heads provide food for birds in fall and winter, enhancing the habitat value of your garden.

Since Molinia caerulea ‘Skyracer’ is not a native species, consider these native alternatives available at Bumbee’s:

• Schizachyrium scoparium – Little Bluestem – A stunning native grass with blue-green summer foliage that turns copper-orange in fall.
• Panicum virgatum – Switchgrass – A tall, versatile native grass with airy seed heads that attract wildlife.
• Elymus virginicus – Virginia Wild Rye – A cool-season, clump-forming native grass that supports pollinators and helps prevent erosion.