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Planting & Care

Planting Instructions for Pink Muhly Grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris)

  1. Site Selection and Soil Preparation:
    Pink Muhly Grass thrives in full sun, so choose a location that gets at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. It can tolerate some light shade but will produce fewer blooms in less sunlight. Pink Muhly prefers well-draining soil and is adaptable to sandy, loamy, or rocky soils. It’s drought-tolerant once established and can thrive in poor soils as long as they drain well.
  2. Planting:

Care Instructions

  1. Watering:
    Water Pink Muhly Grass regularly during the first growing season to help it establish. After it’s established, it’s drought-tolerant and typically only needs supplemental water during extended dry spells. Water at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the foliage, which can encourage fungal growth.
  2. Fertilization:
    Pink Muhly Grass is a low-maintenance plant and usually doesn’t require fertilizer. However, if your soil is particularly poor, you can apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to give it a boost. Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can result in excessive foliage growth at the expense of blooms.
  3. Monitoring for Issues:
    Pink Muhly Grass is generally pest and disease resistant, but you should still watch for potential issues like fungal infections if the plant is overwatered or if air circulation is poor. Good spacing between plants helps prevent moisture buildup and improves air circulation.

Maintenance and Long-Term Care

  1. Pruning:
    Pink Muhly Grass doesn’t require much pruning but does benefit from being cut back once a year to maintain its shape and encourage fresh growth. In late winter or early spring, before new growth begins, trim the plant back to about 6–8 inches from the ground. This will remove old, dead growth and allow room for new, vibrant blades to grow.
  2. Pest and Disease Control:
    Pink Muhly Grass is rarely troubled by pests or diseases, making it a low-maintenance plant. In very humid climates, you might encounter some fungal issues, especially if the plant remains too wet. If necessary, treat fungal issues with a fungicide and avoid overhead watering to keep the plant healthy.
  3. Winter Care:
    Pink Muhly Grass is hardy in USDA zones 6-10. In colder regions, it will go dormant in winter but usually doesn’t need special protection. The dried foliage can provide winter interest and protection for the plant's crown. If desired, you can leave the plant standing through winter for a decorative look and cut it back in early spring.

Showy pink plumes: Produces vibrant, cotton candy-like pink flower spikes in late summer to fall, adding dramatic color to landscapes.

Drought-tolerant: Thrives in dry conditions with minimal watering, perfect for low-maintenance gardens.

Compact and ornamental: Grows in a graceful, fountain-like shape, ideal for borders, mass plantings, or containers.

Description

Pink Muhly Grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris)

Striking Pink Plumes for a Colorful, Low-Maintenance Landscape

The Pink Muhly Grass is a show-stopping ornamental grass known for its eye-catching, cotton candy-like plumes of pink flowers that bloom in late summer and fall. This hardy, low-maintenance grass adds bold color and texture to any garden, making it a popular choice for homeowners looking to enhance their landscape with vibrant, airy beauty. With its fine, arching green foliage and stunning pink flower heads, Pink Muhly Grass is perfect for mass plantings, borders, or as an accent plant in beds and containers.

Key Features:

  • Showy Pink Plumes: Produces airy, cloud-like pink flower heads in late summer and fall, creating a stunning, colorful display.
  • Drought-Tolerant: Highly drought-tolerant once established, making it perfect for low-water and xeriscape gardens.
  • Compact Size: Reaches a mature height of 3-4 feet tall and wide, ideal for borders, mass plantings, or as a striking focal point in small gardens.
  • Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and care for, requiring minimal attention and thriving in a variety of soil types.
  • Cold Hardy: Performs well in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-10, making it suitable for a wide range of climates.

Perfect for Borders, Mass Plantings, and Garden Accents

The Pink Muhly Grass is perfect for creating a stunning, low-maintenance landscape. Its bright pink plumes add a burst of color and texture to garden beds, borders, and walkways, while its graceful, arching form creates movement and visual interest in your yard. This ornamental grass works beautifully in mass plantings, where its showy pink plumes create a dramatic display that turns heads in late summer and fall.

Pink Muhly Grass also makes an excellent container plant, adding height and color to patios and decks. Whether used as a garden accent, a border plant, or part of a larger landscape design, this grass brings a sense of lightness and softness that complements a wide range of plants and styles.

Easy to Grow and Care For

The Pink Muhly Grass is loved for its easy-care nature and adaptability to a variety of growing conditions. It thrives in full sun and is highly drought-tolerant, making it perfect for dry climates or areas with poor soil. This ornamental grass requires little maintenance beyond occasional watering during its first growing season to establish strong roots. Once established, Pink Muhly Grass needs only minimal care—cut it back to the ground in late winter or early spring to refresh its growth for the next season.

Growing Tips:

  • Sunlight: Thrives in full sun, where it will produce the brightest and most abundant plumes.
  • Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish deep roots. Once mature, it’s highly drought-tolerant and only needs occasional watering during extended dry periods.
  • Soil: Prefers well-drained soil but adapts to a wide range of soil types, including sandy and rocky soils.
  • Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth and vibrant flower plumes.
  • Pruning: Cut back the grass to the ground in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to maintain its form and encourage fresh growth.

Why Choose Nationwide Plants?

At Nationwide Plants, we take pride in offering high-quality Pink Muhly Grass that is ready to thrive in your garden. Our plants are carefully grown and shipped to ensure they arrive healthy and well-rooted, allowing you to enjoy their beauty with minimal effort. With fast shipping and expert advice, we make it easy for you to enhance your landscape with this stunning ornamental grass.

Create a Striking Landscape with Pink Muhly Grass

If you’re looking for a low-maintenance plant that delivers bold color and texture, the Pink Muhly Grass is the perfect choice. Its vibrant pink plumes and graceful form make it an excellent addition to any garden, providing beauty from summer through fall.

Order your Pink Muhly Grass today and enjoy fast delivery, healthy plants, and expert care from Nationwide Plants! Add movement, color, and texture to your garden with this stunning, easy-care ornamental grass.

The Pink Muhly Ornamental Grass thrives in Zones 6-9

Growing Zones for the Pink Muhly Ornamental Grass

If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Pink Muhly Ornamental Grass.

 Growing Zones 6-9
Mature Height 3-4 ft.
Mature Width 3-4 ft.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR
Sunlight Full to Partial Sun
Botanical Name Muhlenbergia capillaris
The Pink Muhly Ornamental Grass thrives in Zones 6-9
Growing Zones for the Pink Muhly Ornamental Grass
If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Pink Muhly Ornamental Grass.
Growing Zones 6-9
Mature Height 3-4 ft.
Mature Width 3-4 ft.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR
Sunlight: Full to Partial Sun
Botanical Name Muhlenbergia capillaris
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