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Muhlenbergia capillaris

Pink Muhly

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Susan Frommer/Devine

 

Description

Mounding grass grows quickly to 3' x 3'. Leaves are medium green and turn tan in fall. Pin airy plumes appear in fall. Place plants where pink flower plumes can be backlit by the sun. Look for selections with deep pink flower plumes. Accepts full sun or partial shade. Very frost tolerant. Prune in early spring for best looking new growth. Native to Texas and Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Grass

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.