Muhlenbergia rigens     
Deer grass   
Poaceae Family     

Form: mounding grass
Seasonality: evergreen; leaves may brown in colder climates
Size: foliage to 4ft, with equal spread; flower spikes held above foliage
Leaves: long narrow grass blades
Flowers: tall stalk with seed head follows straw-yellow flowers; bloom in early fall
Fruit: seed
Stems/Trunks: n/a
Range/Origin: Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, California; elevations of 2500-7000ft
Hardiness: root hardy to 10°F (dies to base)

LANDSCAPE VALUE:

• accent
• background
• adds texture
• mass plantings

CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Exposure: full sun
• Water: once or twice per month once established; increased frequency encourages lush look
• Soil: tolerant, good drainage
• Propagation: divisions or seed
• Maintenance: low; shear in late winter if desired

NOTES:

flower stalk
		Muhlenbergia rigens

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