Ruby grass (Melinus nerviglumis) mel-EYE-nus ner-vig-LOO-miss Synonyms:  Rhynchelytrum neriglume This clumping, blue-green foliaged grass has amethyst-pink flowers that create fluffy, 8- to 12-inch-long plumes throughout the summer. Eventually, the flowers mature to the color of root beer foam. It is heat and drought tolerant, and it makes a fine annual in colder climates. Excellent drainage will help it thrive in humid summer climates. Not invasive from seed, ruby grass works great grown singly in pots or in groups. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Fluffy purplish pink flowers bloom for many weeks in summer. Care:  Provide full sun. It is tolerant of a wide variety of soils. Propagation:  Divide or start from seed.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Light Full Sun Only Moisture Adaptable Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Flowers, Showy Foliage Bloom Time Early Summer, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color Pink, Purple Uses Beds and Borders, Container Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Tolerance Drought Tolerant Type Grasses