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Mature Height

Mature Spread

Growing Zones
White Muhly Grass or Muhlenbergia capillaris introduces color and texture into a landscape all year, but this stunning ornamental grass is truly spectacular during the fall. Thin blue-green foliage grows upright and adds height to a landscape through spring and summer. The cloud-like flowers bloom in the fall and have a wispy, billowing appearance.
Feature this low-maintenance and drought-tolerant grass in a mixed bed, or use it to create a lovely mass planting simply because of its unique good looks. The wispy flowers provide visual interest and texture into the fall while providing a prairie-like atmosphere. This ornamental grass also means business and can be used for erosion control. White Muhly Grass is a native plant that grows in zones 6 through 10.
White Muhly Grass Care
White Muhly Grass has a medium growth rate and grows best in full sun. Plant it in rich, moist soil with good drainage. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Apply a layer of organic compost in the spring for nutritional support.
Trim growth to a few inches above ground level in late winter or early spring. An annual pruning is not mandatory but allows the plant to start fresh each spring.
White Muhly Grass Spacing
White Muhly Grass stands 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide at maturity. Create a continuous row by spacing plants 3 feet apart.
White Muhly Grass Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 - 9 |
Plant Type: |
Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet |
Mature Spread: 2 - 3 Feet |
Spacing: 2 - 3 Feet |
Habit: Upright |
Flower Color(s): White |
Flower Description: Creamy white hue |
Bloom Period: Spring to Fall |
Foliage Type: Deciduous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: Green Shades |
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering |
Watering: Average |
Resists: N/A |
Tolerates: N/A |
Attracts: N/A |
Container Role: |
Uses: Mass Planting |
Features: Foliage Interest |
Brand: |
Common Name: White Muhly Grass |
Other Name(s): White Muhly Grass |
Scientific Name: Muhlenbergia capillaris 'White Cloud' |
- SKU:
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
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Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.