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Muhly Grass
Muhlenbergia capillaris
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| Muhly Grass creates a purple or pinkish haze at a
distance when in full bloom. It is an upright, clumping grass with an open,
spreading shape that is both salt and cold tolerant. |
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Leaves
Finely textured, olive-green stems form dense
clumps.
Flowers
Delicate, silky violet plumes appear in late summer on stalks that rise well above the
foliage, creating an iridescent, pinkish-gray haze that lasts for 6-8 weeks.
Fruit
Ripe seeds replace the flowers,
giving an attractive tan color to the stalks.
Propagation
Propagated from seed or by division.
Landscape usage
Muhly Grass is best when planted in masses to fill large areas as a refined specimen grass
or as a delicate accent for bolder specimines along borders. It can also be
used to prevent erosion and stabilize soils. Muhly Grass combines well when planted
with seaside goldenrod, cabbage palm, and coral bean.
Interesting Facts
Muhly Grass is called
"sweetgrass" by basketmakers in South Carolina. |
Muhly Grass
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Summary
Type: Groundcover
Salt Tolerant: High
Height: 1-3 ft
Spread: N/A
Growth Rate: Fast
Light: Full sun-light shade
Water: Low
Hardiness: High
Native: Yes
Wildlife: Yes
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For more detailed information on this
plant go to:
Volusia Extension |
