Bamboo muhly.

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Niveau d'entretien

Facile

Type de plante

Perennial ornamental grass

Lumière

Full sun

Lumière en intérieur

Soleil direct

Arrosage

Tous les 7 à 14 jours

Taille adulte

3 to 5 feet

Croissance

Rapide

Rusticité

USDA 8 à 11

Floraison

Late spring to early summer

Entretien

Plant this grass in a spot with plenty of sun and well draining soil. Watch for yellowing leaves, which might mean it is getting too much water. You can trim it back once a year to keep it looking fresh and tidy.

Arrosage

Water deeply once established, but let the soil dry out between sessions.

Engrais

Apply a balanced fertilizer once in the spring to encourage lush growth.

Taille

Cut the entire clump back to a few inches above the ground in late winter.

Rempotage

Divide the clump every few years if it becomes too crowded in its container.

Sol

Well draining, sandy or rocky soil

pH du sol

6.0 to 8.0

Température

-7 à 38°C

Humidité

20 à 60%

Résistance à la sécheresse

Élevée

Durée de vie

Perennial, typically 5 to 10 years.

Résistance aux chevreuils et lapins

Moyenne

Sécurité

Humains

There are no known toxic properties to humans.

Enfants

The stems are somewhat stiff but generally safe for children to be around.

Allergènes de contact

The foliage can be slightly abrasive to sensitive skin.

Allergènes aéroportés

The pollen may cause mild reactions in those with grass allergies.

Comestibilité

This grass is not intended for human consumption.

Comment l'identifier

• Fine, feathery, bright green foliage
• Clumping growth habit
• Resembles bamboo canes
• Soft, airy texture

Hauteur

0,9 à 1,8m

Envergure

0,9 à 1,5m

Feuilles

bright green, evergreen

Fleurs

tan, cream, 0 à 1cm

Problèmes courants

• Root rot — Occurs when the soil stays too wet for too long.

La cultiver

Multiplication

division, seed

Quand planter

spring, early autumn

Hivernage

In colder regions, cut back the foliage in late winter to encourage fresh spring growth. Protect from extreme frost if grown in containers.

En pot

It grows very well in pots, provided you use a well draining potting mix and a container at least 40 cm wide.

Group this grass with other low water plants to create a cohesive and easy to maintain landscape.

Bonnes associations

• Agave — They share similar water needs and provide a nice structural contrast.
• Sauge — The purple flowers of sage look beautiful against the bright green grass.
• Penstemon — These perennials thrive in the same sunny, dry conditions.

Espèces similaires

• Muhlenbergia rigens — It is a larger, more upright relative with similar cultural requirements.
• Muhlenbergia capillaris — It offers a similar fine texture but features dramatic pink flower plumes.

Science

Famille

Poaceae

Genre

Muhlenbergia

Ordre

Poales

Classe

Liliopsida

Région d'origine

Southwestern United States and Mexico.

Préservation

This plant is not currently of conservation concern.

It grows in rocky, well drained soils in arid regions, relying on its deep root system to access moisture.

Intérêt pour la faune

provides cover for small birds, nesting material

Pollinisateurs

abeilles, papillons

Utilisations

ornamental grass, privacy screen, xeriscaping, container planting

Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.

Ce qu'on demande souvent

Does it need a lot of water?

No, it is quite drought tolerant once established.

Can I grow it in a pot?

Yes, it performs well in containers if they have excellent drainage.

D'où vient le nom

The genus honors Gotthilf Heinrich Ernst Muhlenberg, a noted American botanist, while the species name dumosa means bushy or dense.

Bon à savoir

• It is often called bamboo muhly because of its resemblance to bamboo.
• It thrives in dry, sunny spots where other plants might struggle.
• The plant maintains its bright green color throughout the year in mild climates.

Aussi dans

• Plantes résistantes à la sécheresse