Muhlenbergia sericea (syn. M. filipes, M. capillaris var. filipes) – Gulf Muhly
Muhlenbergia sericea (syn. M. filipes, M. capillaris var. filipes) – Gulf Muhly
Plant Profile
Muhlenbergia sericea (syn. M. filipes, M. capillaris var. filipes) – Gulf Muhly
Bring airy pink color and graceful movement to the fall landscape with Gulf Muhly.
Muhlenbergia sericea, also known as Muhlenbergia filipes or Muhlenbergia capillaris var. filipes, is a warm-season ornamental grass prized for its fine-textured foliage and billowing pink flower plumes. Its upright, arching clumps provide structure through the growing season before soft clouds of blooms rise above the foliage in fall. Plant Gulf Muhly in sunny borders, coastal-inspired gardens, or sweeping groups where backlighting can highlight its delicate flowers.
Key Features
- Plant type: Warm-season perennial ornamental grass
- Fine-textured green foliage with an arching habit
- Airy pink flower plumes in fall
- Well suited to sunny borders and mass plantings
- Tolerates heat and periods of drought once established
Growing Details
Height: 3–5 ft. in bloom | Spread: 2–3 ft.
Exposure: Full sun | Water: Low to moderate once established
Bloom time: Fall | Bloom color: Pink
USDA hardiness zones: 7–10
Plant Details
Everything you need to grow it well.
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