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Eragrostis spectabilis

$15.99

UPC:: 794094320822
Shipping:: Calculated at Checkout

Will begin shipping Apr 3rd 2023 . Ship by date varies based on your location, hardiness zone, and the maturity level of the plant. If you have a specific shipping time request, please add it in the comments for your order.

Common Name:

Purple Love Grass

Plant Type:

Perennial, Ornamental Grass

Exposure:

Sun

Hardiness Zone:

5-9

Bloom Time:

Summer

Garden Height:

12-24 Inches

Garden Spread:

12-24 Inches

Description

Tolerates a wide range of soils
Drought tolerant

Eragrostis spectabilis, commonly referred to as purple love grass, is a stunning bunchgrass. Beginning in August, it has purple blooms that form a cloud above the folaige. It prefers dry to medium, well-drained soil.

Uses: Borders, Cottage Gardens, Erosion Control, Landscapes, Mass Planting, Meadow & Prairie Gardens, Naturalizing, Screening
Notable Features: Easy To Grow, Cut Flower/Foliage, Autumn Color, Pest & Disease Free, Black Walnut Tolerant, Tolerant of Pollution, Native
Growth Habit: Upright, Clumping

Homeowner Growing Tips: Best grown in full sun. This grass tolerates most soil conditions, and it is drought-tolerant. However, do not plant it in damp/wet soil conditions.

Photo(s) courtesy of Emerald Coast Growers

Review (1)

I absolutely love these grasses! They are going to fit my goal of a Piet Oudolf landscape perfectly.

5
Posted by M. Favre on Aug 23rd 2022

I bought several. They were packed perfectly and looked ready to begin to make a statement in my landscape.

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