Muhlenbergia Capillaris White 3gal

Muhlenbergia capillaris 'White Cloud' (White Cloud Muhly Grass) 

Description:
Muhlenbergia capillaris 'White Cloud', commonly known as White Cloud Muhly Grass, is a stunning ornamental grass prized for its airy, cloud-like plumes of creamy white flowers that appear in late summer to fall. This clump-forming, warm-season perennial stands out with its fine-textured, blue-green foliage and upright habit, making it a dramatic addition to borders, mass plantings, and naturalistic landscapes. The white plumes persist well into winter, providing lasting interest and a soft, moonlit glow in the landscape. Unlike the pink species, 'White Cloud' blooms slightly later and tends to be taller and more upright, reaching 3–4 feet in height and 2–4 feet in width.

Exceptionally easy to grow, drought tolerant, and deer resistant, this native grass thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, including sandy or rocky sites. It does not spread aggressively and is low maintenance, needing only a light cutback in late winter or early spring. White Cloud Muhly Grass is an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, wildlife habitats, and contemporary designs.

Plant Characteristics:

• Botanical Name: Muhlenbergia capillaris 'White Cloud'

• Common Name: White Cloud Muhly Grass

• Type: Perennial ornamental grass

• Mature Height: 3–4 feet (up to 5 feet in bloom)

• Mature Spread: 2–4 feet

• Growth Habit: Clump-forming, upright

• Foliage: Fine-textured, blue-green, semi-evergreen

• Flower Color: Creamy white, cloud-like plumes

• Bloom Time: Late summer to fall (September–October)

• Light Requirements: Full sun (tolerates part sun)

• Soil: Well-drained; sandy, rocky, or average soils; tolerates dry to medium moisture

• Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

• Hardiness Zones: USDA 6–10 (sometimes 6–11)

• Maintenance: Very low; cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring

• Resistances: Deer resistant, drought tolerant, pest resistant

• Wildlife: Attracts pollinators, provides seeds and cover for birds and small animals

• Uses: Borders, mass plantings, screens, accent, containers, wildlife gardens, erosion control

Care Tips:

• Plant in full sun for best flowering and upright form.

• Water regularly during establishment; reduce frequency once mature.

• Space plants 2–4 feet apart for best air circulation and growth.

• Cut back to a few inches above ground in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.

• Avoid waterlogged soils for healthiest plants.

Bring a luminous, cloud-like effect to your garden with the elegant White Cloud Muhly Grass-perfect for modern landscapes, wildlife gardens, and low-maintenance borders!