Deer Grass
Muhlenbergia rigens
This versatile grass features lush foliage and interesting flowers. Also try M. emersleyi, M. lindheimeri, and M. rigida.
THE BASICS
Type: Grass
Sun: Full sun, partial sun
Hardiness: 0°F
Water: Low
Native to: Southwest U.S., Mexico
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Fast
Mature Height: 4 feet
Mature Width: 4 feet
Mature Form: Mounding
FOLIAGE
Tan in fall
Color: Medium green
Texture: Fine
WILDLIFE
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Green, dries to tan; tall spikes
Season: fall
COMMENTS
Litter: Low
Thorns: None
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert