Muhlenbergia capillaris
pink muhly grass
A densely tufted, perennial evergreen grass, forming a mound of linear, dark green leaves to 30cm long. From midsummer to late autumn it produces airy, open clusters of pink spikelets held on slender stems above the foliage; these are good for cutting. Drought tolerant once established and suitable for coastal sites or containers
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green | ||
| Autumn | Pink | Green | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Poaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Tufted
- Genus
A genus of plants within the grass family which are native to arid and semi-arid Southern USA and Mexico. These ornamental grasses are clump-forming and include varieties in greens, pinks and blues
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- USA to Guatemala, Caribbean
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. In containers, grow in peat-free, loam-based potting compost in full light
Propagation
Propagate by seed or division in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Prairie planting
- Low Maintenance
- Banks and slopes
- Cut flowers
Pruning
Trim back spent flower stems in spring
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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