Muhlenbergia capillaris Regal Mist ('Lenca')

RHS Plant Profile
pink muhly grass [Regal Mist]

Synonyms

Muhlenbergia capillaris 'Lenca'

Grass Like

A densely tufted perennial grass forming a mound of linear, dark green leaves to 30cm long. From mid- to late autumn it produces airy, open panicles, to 50cm, of deep pink spikelets, creating a haze above the foliage

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Chalk, Loam, Sand, Clay

Max Height

0.5-1 metres

Max Spread

0.5-1 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres
Max Height
0.5-1 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Loam Sand Clay
Moisture
Well–drained or Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H3
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Poaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi 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
Trade

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. May also be container grown, using a peat-free, loam-based compost. Provide winter protection in very cold areas

Propagation

Propagate by division on spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Patio and container plants
  • Prairie planting
  • Banks and slopes
  • Flower borders and beds

Pruning

Cut back to just above ground level in early spring

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free