Grasses
Deer Grass
Muhlenbergia rigens
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Versatile grass with lush foliage and interesting flowers. Also try M. emersleyi, M. lindheimeri, and M. rigida.
The Basics
Type: GrassesSun: Full Sun, Partial SunHardiness: 0°FWater: LowNative to southwestern US, northern MexicoGrowth
Growth Rate: FastMature Height: 4'Mature Width: 4'Mature Form: MoundingFoliage
Tan in fallColor: Medium greenTexture: FineWildlife
Flowers
Flower Color: Green, dries to tanSeason: SummerComments
Litter: LowThorns: NoneIrritation: NoneNative
Pool Friendly
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Photo By: Dave Seibert