Plumetastic Pink Muhly Grass
Best ornamental grass for gardeners seeking vibrant, late-season fall color.
The Plumetastic® Pink Muhly Grass offers stately, showy foliage with an exceptional, upright, slightly arching habit. It produces glittering clouds of vivid purple plumes that emerge later than similar varieties, providing rich color from late summer into the fall. Its foliage remains green for an extended period. This grass is outstanding as a single specimen or spectacular when massed in a meadow or native garden setting. It thrives in average to lean, well-drained soils and requires an annual hard prune in spring for neatness.
$18.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 3076
#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-31%
Below average
Mature Height
4
/ feet
Who it's for
- Designers prioritizing consistent, year-round structural texture
- Landscapers seeking a dramatic late-season color boost
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, hardy garden additions
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners expecting immediate, full-scale results
- Owners of shaded yards with limited direct sunlight
- Minimalists wanting plants that remain tidy through winter
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Vivid purple plumes create a striking, high-contrast focal point.
Seasonal Longevity
Extended green foliage and late-blooming plumes maximize autumn garden interest.
Drought Tolerance
Waterwise performance makes this a reliable choice for sustainable landscapes.
Growth Habit
Upright, arching structure maintains a tidy, architectural silhouette all season.
Maintenance Ease
Simple annual spring pruning keeps the plant healthy and vigorous.
Landscape Versatility
Adapts seamlessly from container displays to expansive meadow massing.
Key Specs
Mature Height
4 feet
Mature Width
4 feet
Growth Rate
Fast
Hardiness Zone
7
Foliage Color
Green
Flower Color
Purplish-pink
Water Needs
Average to Moist
Features
- Exceptional, upright, slightly arching form
- Glittering clouds of vivid purple plumes
- Later bloom time provides extended fall color
- Foliage stays green longer than similar varieties
- Waterwise plant once established
- Adaptable to various landscape uses including containers and massing
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and health of the Plumetastic Pink Muhly Grass upon delivery, noting its robust root systems and vigorous growth. The primary appeal centers on its stunning aesthetic impact, particularly the vibrant, cloudlike pink plumes that provide dramatic late season color. Reviewers feel confident in the plant's reliability and ability to thrive, making it a highly valued addition to the landscape. This variety delivers the promised visual spectacle with minimal fuss.
Know before you buy
This grass reaches a mature height and width of approximately 4 feet. Its upright, arching habit makes it a substantial choice for garden beds or containers.
Plumetastic blooms later in the season than many other varieties, typically producing its vivid purplish-pink plumes from late summer through the fall.
It is relatively low-maintenance. The primary requirement is an annual hard prune in the spring to remove old growth and keep the plant looking tidy for the new season.
While it prefers average to moist soil conditions, it is considered a waterwise plant once it has become established in your landscape.
Yes, its upright form and manageable size make it adaptable for use in large containers, as well as for massing in meadows or native garden settings.
Plumetastic Pink Muhly Grass is best suited for hardiness zone 7. Ensure your local climate aligns with this range to support healthy growth.
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