Pruning guide
How to prune deer grass
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Pruning deer grass — FAQ
When should I prune deer grass?
Late winter to early spring (February–March). Comb out dead leaves by hand or trim lightly with shears, cutting no lower than 4–6 inches above the crown. Do not shear back to the ground — Muhlenbergia rigens resents hard cutting.
How often does deer grass need pruning?
As needed (light tidy annually). Deer Grass is an evergreen California native bunchgrass that needs modest pruning. Remove dead, brown leaves in late winter before spring growth. An occasional light trim tidies the clump without stressing the plant. Avoid hard annual cuts — this grass is slow to recover from aggressive pruning.
How do you prune deer grass?
Comb out dead leaves by hand or trim lightly with shears, cutting no lower than 4–6 inches above the crown. Do not shear back to the ground — Muhlenbergia rigens resents hard cutting.