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Muhlenbergia emersleyi
Also Known As
- Muhlenbergia emersylii
- Bull Muhly
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 2'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Muhlenbergia emersleyi plant details
Muhlenbergia emersleyi is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In fall white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Muhlenbergia emersleyi
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall
- Uses: border plant, container plant, easy-to-grow, fall color, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Muhlenbergia emersleyi
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Muhlenbergia emersleyi
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
6b-10a
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
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Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 18"
Width: 30"
- sun
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Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 2'-6'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun
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Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
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Size
Height: 1'
Width: 1'
- sun
- regular
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