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Ruby Grass

Melinis Nerviglumis

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Overview

Ruby Grass (Melinis nerviglumis) presents delicate, pink-hued plumes atop fine, bluish-green foliage, reaching a height of 18-24 inches. This perennial, hardy in zones 8-10, thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, offering a summer-to-fall display. Its compact size and tufted growth make it ideal for borders, accents, and container gardening. Ruby Grass's striking texture and color add a touch of whimsy to any landscape.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 6–11Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Temperate

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — it produces airy plumes that rise above the foliage

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — feathery panicles and stunning reddish-pink hues

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — reaching a height of 18-24 inches; providing exceptional visual interest through the fall.<br><br>Ideal for USDA hardiness

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — Its compact size and tufted growth make it ideal for borders, accents, and container gardening

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — starting out silvery-pink and transitioning to a ruby red as they mature

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — Its non-invasive nature ensures that it adds beauty without overpowering other garden elements

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — consider mass plantings for a striking effect or using it as a border plant where its color can be admired

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 6–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Ground cover, Perennial
Family: Poaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — it produces airy plumes that rise above the foliage

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — feathery panicles and stunning reddish-pink hues

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — reaching a height of 18-24 inches; providing exceptional visual interest through the fall.<br><br>Ideal for USDA hardiness

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — Its compact size and tufted growth make it ideal for borders, accents, and container gardening

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — starting out silvery-pink and transitioning to a ruby red as they mature

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — Its non-invasive nature ensures that it adds beauty without overpowering other garden elements

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — consider mass plantings for a striking effect or using it as a border plant where its color can be admired

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — requiring a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight each day

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — where its contrasting color and texture can be showcased.<br><br>For clients interested in attracting wildlife

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — pink-hued plumes atop fine; offering a summer-to-fall display

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — Ruby Grass forms elegant clumps of fine-textured

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — It's also suitable for container gardening

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — as its seeds provide food for birds

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — the grass takes on a more muted

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — pink flowers in the garden

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — offering a summer-to-fall display

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — ground cover / perennial for full

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — Ruby Grass thrives in full sun conditions

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — pink-hued plumes atop fine

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — Ruby Grass's striking texture and color add a touch of whimsy to any landscape

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — reaching a height of 18-24 inches

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — while its structure offers shelter

Ruby Grass (Melinis Nerviglumis) — It prefers well-draining soil and exhibits drought resistance once established

Photographs by 9 contributors

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Macleay Grass Man, CC BY 2.0 · source
J.M.Garg, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
T.Voekler, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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Ben Sale from UK, CC BY 2.0 · source

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