pink muhlygrass
Muhlenbergia capillaris 'Fast Forward'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 10
Flowers:
Pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Pink muhlygrass should be watered deeply whenever the top 1-2” of soil is dry, allowing the soil to become completely saturated with moisture. Depending on conditions such as temperature, light and humidity, this could be anywhere from once every 1 to 2 weeks to once every 3 or 4 weeks. It is important not to make the mistake of overwatering this species; waterlogged soil should be avoided to prevent root rot.
sunlight
Pink muhlygrass (Muhlenbergia capillaris 'Fast Forward') prefers full sun exposure for most of the day. It should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day to keep them looking their best and flowering in the summer. In hotter climates, full sun exposure with partial shade by early afternoon is best to keep the foliage from becoming too scorched. Too much shade can cause pink muhlygrass to become leggy and sparse.
pruning
Pink Muhlygrass (Muhlenbergia capillaris 'Fast Forward') should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Pruning should consist of cutting the plant back to 6-12 inches high. Not only does this improve the overall look of the garden by giving the plant a more uniform and fuller appearance, it also helps promote healthy growth throughout the season. This should be done in late winter or early spring to give the plant plenty of time to adjust and fill in as it grows back. Pruning any later in the season could stunt growth for the current year.
