Pink Muhly Grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris) is a striking ornamental grass known for its airy clouds of vibrant pink flower plumes that appear in late summer through fall. Growing approximately 2-3 feet tall and wide, it forms a neat clump of fine-textured, blue-green foliage throughout the growing season. When in bloom, delicate pink flower heads rise above the foliage, creating a soft, almost cloud-like appearance that adds dramatic color and movement to the landscape.
Pink Muhly Grass is an excellent choice for mass plantings, borders, foundation beds, rock gardens, slopes, or as an accent plant. It is especially impressive when planted in groups, where its pink fall blooms create a bold display. Heat and drought tolerant once established, Pink Muhly Grass is a low-maintenance option for adding texture and seasonal color to sunny landscapes.
More About Pink Muhly Grass
- Low Maintenance
- Moderate Growing
- Perennial Ornamental Grass
- Drought Tolerant Once Established
- Mass Planting, Mixed Border, Foundation Planting, Accent, Rock Garden, Slopes
- Clumping Habit
- Showy Pink Flower Plumes
- Deer Resistant
Height: 2-3 Feet
Spread: 2-3 Feet
Hardiness Zone: 6-9
Characteristics
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun
- Season of Interest: Summer, Fall
- Soil Moisture: Average to Dry, Well Draining
- Attributes: Clumping, Fine Textured
- Foliage Color: Blue-Green to Green
- Flower Color: Pink
Care & Maintenance Tips
Planting:
Plant in full sun for the strongest growth and best flowering. Pink Muhly Grass prefers well-drained soil and performs especially well in sunny, drier areas of the landscape. Avoid consistently wet or poorly drained locations.
Watering:
Water consistently during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, Pink Muhly Grass is drought tolerant and generally requires supplemental watering only during extended periods of hot, dry weather.
Fertilizing:
Little fertilizer is typically required. If needed, apply a light application of balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Avoid excessive fertilizer, which can encourage weak growth and reduce the plant's naturally compact habit.
Pruning:
Leave the foliage and dried flower heads standing through winter for added texture and seasonal interest. Cut the plant back to approximately 4-6 inches above the ground in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
