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Muhlenbergia palmeri

Also Known As

  • Muhlenbergia dubioides
  • Southwest Muhly
  • Weeping Muhly

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

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Muhlenbergia palmeri plant details

Muhlenbergia palmeri is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In fall chocolate flowers emerge. Drought tolerant once established. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Muhlenbergia palmeri

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: chocolate blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Muhlenbergia palmeri

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt

Gardening facts about Muhlenbergia palmeri plant

How to Grow Muhlenbergia palmeri

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • chocolate
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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