Purple Love Grass
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🌿 Features
Type: Perennial ornamental grass
Common name: Purple Love Grass
Scientific name: Eragrostis spectabilis
Color: Luminescent rose-purple inflorescences, medium green foliage
Mature height: 0.45–0.60 m (1.5–2 ft)
Mature width: 0.30–0.45 m (1–1.5 ft)
Habit: Upright, graceful, airy and delicate inflorescences
Bloom period: August to October
Exposure: Full sun
Water needs: Low to moderate, tolerates drought well once established
Soil type: Well-drained, tolerates poor and sandy soils
Hardiness zone: Zones 5 to 9
Drought tolerance: Excellent, ideal for dry gardens
Pollinator-friendly: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic
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✂️ Care
Eragrostis spectabilis requires very little maintenance. Leave the inflorescences in place throughout autumn and winter to enjoy their delicate silhouette and extended ornamental interest. Cut back to the ground in early spring before new growth emerges. Water moderately during establishment, then significantly reduce once rooted.
No division is necessary; the plant self-seeds naturally under appropriate conditions.