Muhlenbergia rigens

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Deer Grass

 
California Native Plant
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Information by:         Photographer: Susan Frommer/MSN

 

Description

The deer grass is a warm season perennial that forms dense clumps from the base. The spike-like flower stalks grows 2'-3' tall; this grass has striking foundation form. The deer grass is native to California, is drought tolerant, and is a beneficial insect plant. -Cornflower Farms

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green, Light Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.