Delicate pink plume seed heads create a misty, enchanting display in late summer for visual impact
Drought tolerant once established, allowing for low-maintenance gardening in dry climates
High deer resistance ensures plants remain healthy and full despite wildlife activity
Attracts butterflies and supports pollinators, enhancing garden biodiversity
Versatile growth habit fits borders, containers, and mixed plantings for flexible landscape design
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Effortless Elegance with Late-Season Splendor Pink Muhly Grass, scientifically known as Muhlenbergia capillaris, is a gardener's delight, offering an effortless way to add stunning late-season color to any landscape. Picture delicate pink plume seed heads that envelop the foliage in late summer, creating an enchanting, misty display. This
Scientific Name
Muhlenbergia capillaris
Flower Color
Pink, Blue, or Purple
Foliage Color
Green (fall), Brown (fall)
Growth Habit
Upright, grass-like
Height
2 to 3 feet
Sun Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture
Drought tolerant, moist to moderate
Growth Rate
1 to 2 feet per year
Poisonous
No
Wildlife Value
Supports birds and insects
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I am please with the muhly grass. It arrived as advised.
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Cynthia · March 20, 2026
Thought the grass would have been a bit taller like maybe 8” or so not 3” tops for the money spent. Hope they grow fast this first season.
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Christine · April 26, 2025
They arrived in great shape. I think they’re going to be lovely year after year.