Genus Muhlenbergia (Muhly grass)

Muhlenbergia lindheimeri Photo/Illustration: Steve Aitken

muh-len-BERG-ee-ah Common Name: Muhly grass

These annual or perennnial grasses have finely textured foliage and beautiful, airy inflorescences. Most species are native to Mexico, Asia, and the U.S.
Noteworthy characteristics: Muhlenbergia creates textural drama which, in some species, is enhanced by deeply colored flowers. Some make exceptional specimens, and all are great en masse in borders, meadows, and native gardens. 
Care: These plants thrive in full sun or partial shade in average, moist, well-drained soil. However, most are tolerant of drought, heat, and poor soils.
Propagation: Divide or sow seed in spring.

Species, varieties and cultivars for genus Muhlenbergia

Muhlenbergia capillaris
(Muhly grass) (1 user review)

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In autumn, this unique specimen creates a spectacular, billowy inflorescence of massed, vibrant pink, airy flowers on 4-foot stems. It is noted for its tolerance to poorly drained soil. It is possibly hardy to Zone 6 with protection.

Muhlenbergia lindheimeri
(Lindheimer's muhly) Be the first to rate this plant

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This beautiful warm-season grass produces attractive, pale purplish-gray plumes in autumn and goes dormant in the cold season. It forms a neat, upright clump with fine blue-gray foliage.

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