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Also Known As

  • Rose Muhly
  • Seep Muhly

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Muhlenbergia reverchonii plant details

Muhlenbergia reverchonii is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In fall pink 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 reverchonii

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Muhlenbergia reverchonii

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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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Compact, hardy selection of muhly grass that will reach up to 2 feet tall and wide. The flowering stalks emerge in late summer and mature in autumn to soft-textured, pink plumes. Seed plumes turn tawny brown in autumn. Tolerant of heat, humidity and drought, Best in full sun with consistent moisture, but will tolerate heat, humidity and a bit of drought once established. Also tolerant of poor soils. Hardy to USDA zone 5.
Pink bloom, fall.

Gardening facts about Muhlenbergia reverchonii plant

How to Grow Muhlenbergia reverchonii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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