Overview
Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' (v) is a tufted grass like in the genus Muhlenbergia, part of the Poaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' (v) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include coastal sites, containers, gravel gardens, low maintenance, banks and slopes and cut flowers.
About
Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' is a tufted, evergreen grass cultivar from the genus Muhlenbergia, known for its ornamental grasses native to dry and semi-dry regions of the Southern United States and Mexico. This cultivar thrives in full sun on well-drained, neutral loam soils, making it suitable for exposed, south-facing sites. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is ideal for coastal locations, gravel gardens, banks, and containers. 'Cream Delight' offers seasonal interest from spring through autumn and can be propagated by seed or division in spring.
About the genus
Muhlenbergia is a genus of plants in the grass family.
Wikipedia contributors, "Muhlenbergia", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Muhlenbergia
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Muhlenbergia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' (v) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Grass Like
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal sites, Containers, Gravel gardens, Low Maintenance, Banks and slopes, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' (v)
- Propagation
- Seed, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' (v)?
Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' (v) prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' (v) need?
Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' (v) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' (v) hardy in the UK?
Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' (v) has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Muhlenbergia japonica 'Cream Delight' (v)?
Seed, Division in spring.
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