Melica

This ornamental grass grows up to 2 feet high and wide. Its broad, linear, green leaves are arching and hairy. In the summer, thin spikes of tiny, dark mauve flowers are produced.

Pot Cultivation

This Grass needs well-drained soil in a sunny spot.

Propagation

Division may be done in the spring.

M. altissima

VARIETIES: M. altissima variety atropurpurea.