Undaunted Ruby Muhly
Undaunted ruby muhly is a selection of a native grass found in the grasslands of Texas and Oklahoma. The thin grey-green leaves grow as a small arching mound.
In fall, the leaves are topped by many small, beautiful pink seedheads which create a misty appearance. It looks beautiful both as an accent plant or planted in masses. It naturally grows on rocky hillsides and grows best in hot microclimates.
Undaunted Ruby Muhly
Undaunted ruby muhly is a selection of a native grass found in the grasslands of Texas and Oklahoma. The thin grey-green leaves grow as a small arching mound.
In fall, the leaves are topped by many small, beautiful pink seedheads which create a misty appearance. It looks beautiful both as an accent plant or planted in masses. It naturally grows on rocky hillsides and grows best in hot microclimates.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Muhlenbergia reverchonii
Pronunciation
mew-len-BERG-gee-uh rev-er-SHON-ee-eye
Mature Height
16 to 20 in.
Mature Spread
20 to 24 in.
Water usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
pink, fading to buff
Bloom time
fall
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
Texas and Oklahoma
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 5-10
Elevation Limit
hardy to 6,000 ft.
Performance
Undaunted ruby muhly has performed well at the Water Wise Demonstration Garden. It has beautiful pink seedheads in fall, resembling a mist cloud. In addition, this grass seems to be left alone by rabbits. Although it's not that noticeable during the growing season, it is stunning once it flowers in fall.
It is a great choice for adding fall interest to the landscape. This is not a good selection for higher elevation landscapes in the Colorado Springs area because it will not produce the beautiful seedheads without a long, warm growing season.
Maintenance
In late winter, cut the old growth to ground level.