Common Names include Big Muhly, Lindheimer’s Muhly, Blue Muhly
Big Muhly is a 2-5 ft. tall perennial bunchgrass with delicate foliage and a fountain-like form. Its seedheads are silvery in color. This grass is native to the Edwards Plateau of Central Texas, extending south to northern Mexico. It can serve as a soft-textured alternative to introduced Pampas grass, which reaches a similar size. Its leaves provide nesting material for birds.
The foliage remains throughout the winter, although most will be dormant. It is advisable not to cut back during the cold months, as recovery may be slow. To maintain a tidy appearance, remove old flower stalks when they become brittle and groom the plant with a leaf rake to eliminate dead leaves.
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Height: 2’-5′ Spread: 2’-5′ Bloom: May-November Light: Full sun Water: Low Zone: 7-10 Origin: Texas & Mexico
