Pink Muhly Grass

About this plant

Pink Muhly Grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris) is a showstopping ornamental grass revered for its cloud-like masses of delicate, feathery pink to reddish-pink flowers that emerge in late summer and persist into fall. This perennial grass forms a graceful, fine-textured mound of blue-green foliage, reaching its peak visual impact when its vibrant inflorescences catch the light, creating an ethereal haze of color that dances in the breeze. An excellent choice for mass plantings, borders, or as a focal point, Pink Muhly Grass provides year-round interest, with its foliage turning an attractive bronze in winter. Its drought tolerance, low maintenance, and adaptability make it a favorite for gardeners seeking beauty without fuss. Plant it in groups for a truly spectacular, impactful display.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Pink Muhly Grass is a remarkably low-maintenance plant. It requires minimal pruning; simply cut back dead foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Division can be done every few years to rejuvenate clumps if desired.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.