Grass Muhly
The Basics
This fast-growing grass has delicate pink panicles that bloom September through November. Its clumping growth habit creates beautiful green foliage with a hazy pink top. It grows up to 3 feet tall (2-3 feet wide). Ideally used as a groundcover when mass planted and as an accent plant.
The Needs
Amount of Sunlight: Thrives in full sun; Tolerates shade
Amount of Water: Water regularly; more frequent watering in extreme heat
Soil Conditions: Prefers dry, well-drained soil; Drought tolerant
Cold Hardiness Zone: 6-10
The Care
This low-maintenance evergreen grass needs a regular water schedule to ensure the growth of a mature root system. The first year of growth requires watering weekly. After the mature root system is established, watering is needed occasionally, except during a drought, watering is needed regularly. Pruning is not required.