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Muhlenbergia reverchonii

Muhly Grass
Scientific NameMuhlenbergia reverchonii
Common NameMuhly (Undaunted Ruby Muhly Grass)
FamilyPoaceae (Grass Family)
HabitPerennial grass
Growth FormA medium sized grass with thin, sometimes curling, mid-green foliage
Mature SizeHeight: 24-36″ Width: 18-24″
FlowersBlooming in early fall. It is a very showy, finely textured bright reddish-pink seed heads.
In winter, the grass and seed spikes turn a lovely tawny brown.
HardinessZones 5-9
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Water RequirementsDrought Resistant / Waterwise
Soil RequirementsSandy Soil, Clay Soil, Average Soil
Other InfoNative to North America.
Deer Resistant, Low Maintenance, Adds Texture.
Should be planted in drifts of 3 or more plants to maximize its impact in the landscape.
Additional PhotosMuhly Grass