Regal Mist® Pink Muhly Grass
Muhlenbergia capillaris 'Lenca'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Regal Mist® Pink Muhly Grass highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones 6-10
Regal Mist® Pink Muhly Grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris 'Lenca') is a smaller form of the showy ornamental grass we're familiar with! Featuring pinkish-red blooms that turn tan for winter interest, Regal Mist® adds graceful movement and ultra-fine textures to your garden beds and borders!
The blue-green foliage is just as graceful and soft, swaying in the breeze, Ornamental grasses are singular in their ability to transform any space into a dreamy setting. Fast-growing plants that are low care and easy-going, you'll gain gorgeous color and an outstanding presence in the garden.
Regal Mist® has delicate, blue-green grass has large, airy seedheads that transition to a gorgeous puff of pinkish-purple brilliance for a stunning display that is sure to set itself apart from anything else in your yard! Providing cover for birds and seeds for them to eat in the winter, you'll love the bonus benefits this ornamental provides your wildlife!
Planting and Application:
Pink Muhly Grass is attractive in Cutting gardens and Cottage borders both benefits from these graceful grasses. The seedheads look just as lovely outdoors as they do in dried and floral arrangements indoors, or to decorate fall planters and displays. Even large pots and planters suit these fluffy grasses just fine!
Ornamental grasses are an easy choice for a hardy, decorative plant, that not only provides 4-season interest, but its beauty reaches a late-season zenith that's hard to beat. The seedheads fade to shades of tan for winter. This remarkable warm-season perennial grass is suitable for any spot in the garden, plus its versatility and dependability!
- Fine Texture & Motion
- Reddish-Pink Seed Heads
- Fall Color & Winter Interest
- Great for Dried & Floral Arrangements
- Bird Friendly, Containers, Rock Gardens
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Muhly Grass is an easy grass to grow, resistant to drought, heat and humidity as well as air pollution. It's not fussy about the type of soil so you can expect it to grow in various locations in your yard. Deer tend to pass it by, but your birds will certainly love the valuable treat it provides. These would provide an impressive cover for areas where you have poor soils.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Erosion Control & Waterwise
- Drought, Heat, Humidity, Saline Tolerant & Urban Conditions
- Mulch Well & Prune in Early Spring
- Low-Maintenance Warm-Season Grass
Regal Mist® Pink Muhly Grass has it all in a smaller-sized plant! Beautiful blooms, fine texture and motion plus hardiness and versatility anywhere in the landscape! Order your new favorite garden addition at NatureHills.com today!
