Description
History & Origin
Care Instructions
Other Details
Description: Pink Muhly Grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris) is a native ornamental grass known for its stunning pink-purple plumes in fall. Creates a soft, airy appearance in the landscape.
History & Origin: Native to the eastern United States, particularly coastal plains from Massachusetts to Florida and Texas. Indigenous to prairies and coastal areas, it gained popularity in ornamental gardening during the native plant movement of the late 20th century. Its natural habitat includes pine barrens and sandy coastal areas.
Care Instructions:
Sunlight: Full sun.
Soil: Well-draining, adaptable.
Watering: Low water needs once established.
Fertilization: Minimal needs.
Pruning: Cut back in late winter.
Pests/Diseases: Highly resistant.
Sunlight: Full sun.
Soil: Well-draining, adaptable.
Watering: Low water needs once established.
Fertilization: Minimal needs.
Pruning: Cut back in late winter.
Pests/Diseases: Highly resistant.
Other Details:
USDA Zones: 6-10
Temperature: -10°F to 100°F
Humidity: Adaptable.
Mature Size: 3-4 feet tall and wide.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Uses: Mass plantings, borders, meadow gardens.
USDA Zones: 6-10
Temperature: -10°F to 100°F
Humidity: Adaptable.
Mature Size: 3-4 feet tall and wide.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Uses: Mass plantings, borders, meadow gardens.