Muhlenbergia capillaris ~ Pink Muhly Grass Size:18-CT FLAT The bright green leaves sport

The bright green leaves sport distinguishing flat

Root Rot can be a problem in poorly-drained soils

Will tolerate light afternoon shade in southern climates

IMAGES: Daryl Mitchell from Saskatoon

COMPANION PLANTS:   Aster

Muhlenbergia capillaris ~ Pink Muhly Grass Size:18-CT FLAT The bright green leaves sportPink Muhly Grass is a delicate looking ornamental grass that forms dense clumps of upright grass like foliage. The narrow dark green foliage is topped with fluffy pink plumes bloom above the foliage in late summer and fall and tan seed heads persist into winter. Best color in full sun and moist well drained soil. Muhlenbergia capillaris acts as a host plant for several moth and butterfly species, as well as provides habitat for traveling butterflies.