This southwestern native forms a small clump of fine-textured light green foliage. In the late summer and fall it sends up purple-tan spikes that dry to a wheat color. Plant in full sun, reflected heat, or part shade. Plants will go dormant in the winter. Cut back as needed in early spring.
Muhlenbergia rigida Nashville® (Purple Muhly)
Muhlenbergia rigida Nashville®
Purple Muhly
This southwestern native forms a small clump of fine-textured light green foliage. In the late summer and fall it sends up purple-tan spikes that dry to a wheat color. Plant in full sun, reflected heat, or part shade. Plants will go dormant in the winter. Cut back as needed in early spring.
| Plant Type | Native, Grass |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 6 (-10° F) |
| Flower Color | Purple, Tan |
| Flower Season | Summer, Fall |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 1' - 2' (ft) |
| Spread | 1' - 2' (ft) |
| Spacing | 2' (ft) |
| Characteristics | Great Foliage |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Mass Planting, Patio and Containers |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Heat |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
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