Muhlenbergia rigens (Muhly or Deer Grass) in California drought tolerant garden bed of grasses

Muhlenbergia rigens, known as Muhly or Deer Grass, is a perennial grass adapted to many summer-dry climate gardens in California. Native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, this ornamental grass boasts a fine-textured, clumping growth habit with narrow green foliage that turns a stunning golden color in the fall. Muhlenbergia rigens thrives in full sun and well-drained soil in mediterranean climates, making it an ideal choice for drought tolerant garden beds of grasses. This grass requires very little water once established, making it a low-maintenance addition to any landscape. Muhlenbergia rigens is commonly used for erosion control, as a graceful accent in borders, or in mass plantings to create a naturalistic meadow effect. Add this stunning and hardy grass to your garden to bring a touch of the wild west to your summer-dry landscape.