Pine Muhly

Muhlenbergia dubia, Poaceae

Zones

6–9

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Mulch MakerBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Drooping BulrushScirpus pendulus

Nurse PlantWind Protection

Spike DropseedSporobolus contractus

Beneficial Insect HabitatWind ProtectionNurse Plant

Sprucetop GramaBouteloua chondrosioides

Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent

Plume Golden Beard GrassChrysopogon plumulosus

Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect HabitatNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Golden Bamboo FargesiaFargesia scabrida

Clumping bamboo forms dense root masses and foliage that outcompetes muhly grass for resources

Splendid NeedlegrassAchnatherum splendens

Splendid needlegrass forms dense stands with potential allelopathic effects against other grasses

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlBiomass ProductionOrnamentalWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Pine Muhly grow in?

Pine Muhly grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Pine Muhly?

Good companions for Pine Muhly include Drooping Bulrush, Spike Dropseed, Sprucetop Grama, Plume Golden Beard Grass.

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