Muhlenbergia capillaris Regal Mist ('Lenca')
pink muhly grass [Regal Mist]
A densely tufted perennial grass forming a mound of linear, dark green leaves to 30cm long. From mid- to late autumn it produces airy, open panicles, to 50cm, of deep pink spikelets, creating a haze above the foliage
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drained, Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Pink | Green Brown | ||
| Winter | Green Brown |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Poaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Tufted
- Genus
A genus of plants within the grass family which are native to arid and semi-arid Southern USA and Mexico. These ornamental grasses are clump-forming and include varieties in greens, pinks and blues
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. May also be container grown, using a peat-free, loam-based compost. Provide winter protection in very cold areas
Propagation
Propagate by division on spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Patio and container plants
- Prairie planting
- Banks and slopes
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back to just above ground level in early spring
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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