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Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep , keep moist

Native to: Southeastern United States

Native

Introduced

Muhlenbergia capillarisMuhlenbergia capillaris

Pink Muhlygrass, Gulf Muhly, Hairawn Muhly, Muhly Grass, Pink Hair Grass

In Stock: 0.346 lb (Total:0.346lb)

Muhlenbergia capillaris

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0.35 lb

Details

Germination:

93%

Germination test:

Actual

Purity:

77%

Seeds per lb:

1,747,900

Quantity:

0.35 lb

Collected in:

Florida

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837521

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep , keep moist

Native to: Southeastern United States

Native

Introduced

Muhlenbergia capillaris, commonly known as Pink Muhlygrass, is a stunning, clump-forming perennial that transforms landscapes with its late-season spectacle of ethereal pink blooms. Thriving in well-drained soils under full sun, this versatile warm-season grass is native to North America, stretching from the prairies of Massachusetts to the woodlands of Texas. Its fine, dark green leaves form a graceful basal clump reaching 2-3 feet tall, while the spectacular, airy pink to pinkish-red inflorescences rise up to 12 inches above, creating a captivating cloud-like display in the fall.

Resilient and low maintenance, Pink Muhlygrass withstands heat, humidity, drought, and poor soils, even gracing coastal areas with its salt tolerance. Deer-resistant and virtually free from pests, it serves as an ideal choice for easy-care gardens, erosion control, and landscape borders. This plant's adaptability shines in cottage gardens, native plant areas, and mass plantings. Whether featured solo or in sweeping drifts, the pink clouds of Pink Muhlygrass, enduring into winter with attractive tan seed plumes, provide a mesmerizing, watercolor-like effect in any setting.