I have several bushes if muhly grass, but it has never bloomed very well. In fact, I'm beginning to wonder if it is actually muhly grass. I'm attaching a picture, and would be grateful for any information or suggestions. Thanks
To ensure that this blooms, you should go in every few years and divide them up. Other than that, you can apply some potassium and phosphorus. These will help it to bloom. Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/muhly-grass/growing-muhly-grass.htm
My muhly grass looks dead. When should I expect them to show some signs of life? I planted them last fall and the winter was cold for SC.
It is about the time to start cutting the dead growth off. New growth should replace it when the temperatures remain above freezing. If not, then it is likely to have been killed off. I would wait another month before deciding if they are dead or not.
They are 1 yr old we pruned them in the fall and it is nor June 1 and they are brown and not growing
Unfortunately, these should not brown fully. They should remain mostly green throughout the year. They should also be cut lightly in spring. Cutting in fall will take away their insulation from the cold.
They may have died and are in need of a replant. This article will help with the care of these in the future: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/muhly-grass/growing-muhly-grass.htm
Plants were planted one year ago in central FL.
I'm sorry, I forgot the link to Clemson's article. Here it is: https://hgic.clemson.edu/muhly-grass-mealybug/?message=helpful&outcome=success
I think you have a mealybug infestation. Attached is a link to a Clemson Univ. article on pests of muhly grass. The included picture looks a lot like your plant. Unfortunately, no one knows yet the best way to many the infestation. Clemson asks for your help in researching what works and what doesn't. Unfortunately, that leaves you on your own. Options I would consider are pesticides rated for mealybugs and cutting the plant all the way down and disposing of the refuse. For good measure, blast it with the hose after cutting it down to dislodge low-lying mealybugs. Good luck!
standing straight up. The climate right now in NY is mid 80s. Water often' its been about a month and they are still like that not familiar with plant. I was wondering why???
Usually, Spring is the time to plant these to avoid failure to take root. It sounds like the transplant has failed. This can happen due to overwatering, or warm temperatures. You may not know until Spring, whether they are fully dead or not.
This article will help you to plant this grass: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/muhly-grass/growing-muhly-grass.htm
Not sure if this pink Florida variety will grow in south central NM. Or do I need to order a northern variety? and from where? It is such a gorgeous landscape feature. Thanx
It should be okay. You are in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 8a. Muhly grass can take the low temps in zone 7 and some down to zone 5. So as far as cold tolerance, you are fine. Other factors are soil and drainage which the following article highlights. Maybe start it indoors and plant it out when temps warm up and the growing season starts in spring. That way it can get off to a good start and gain some maturity before the next winter.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/muhly-grass/growing-muhly-grass.htm
I planted my Muhly grass in early June, I live in zone 7b and it has gone completely brown. Should I worry that it is dead, or will it come back as temperatures cool a bit? It was regularly watered when planted but then I relied on rain to water it. It’s also planted next to pampas grass and another ornamental grass that are green and thriving.
It may not have been established yet when you quit watering. I think I see some green in the center. You may have caught it in time if it just needs more water. If it doesn't rain each week, I would give it a deep watering. Even though it is a drought tolerant plant, it needs to be established before it can go without moisture. (I lost a couple by not watering enough.)
The other consideration would be to check for good drainage. Muhly grass doesn't like wet feet. So it's possible it was overwatered in the beginning and root rot set in, especially if the site doesn't drain well.
Here is more about their care:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/muhly-grass/growing-muhly-grass.htm