Native to lower elevations in southern Arizona and northern Mexico, this clump grass has unique fine-textured chartreuse foliage. Its soft, billowy texture provides a wonderful foil for bold succulents and cacti. The light green flowers are fairly insignificant. This grass spreads slowly from underground stems, eventually forming a large clump. It thrives in full sun or part shade, and is adapted to a wide range of soils. It appreciates moderate to ample summer irrigation.
Muhlenbergia dumosa (Bamboo Muhly)
Muhlenbergia dumosa
Bamboo Muhly
Native to lower elevations in southern Arizona and northern Mexico, this clump grass has unique fine-textured chartreuse foliage. Its soft, billowy texture provides a wonderful foil for bold succulents and cacti. The light green flowers are fairly insignificant. This grass spreads slowly from underground stems, eventually forming a large clump. It thrives in full sun or part shade, and is adapted to a wide range of soils. It appreciates moderate to ample summer irrigation.
| Plant Type | Native, Grass |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 8 (10° F) |
| Flower Color | Pink-Rose |
| Flower Season | Fall, Winter |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Height | 3' - 5' (ft) |
| Spread | 3' - 5' (ft) |
| Spacing | 5' (ft) |
| Characteristics | Great Foliage |
| Attracts | Wildlife |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
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