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Painted Prairie Nursery LLC

Eragrostis spectabilis (Purple Lovegrass)

Eragrostis spectabilis (Purple Lovegrass)

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  • Scientific Name: Eragrostis spectabilis
  • Common Name: Purple Lovegrass
  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
  • Water: Low water needs; drought-tolerant once established
  • Soil: Prefers well-drained sandy, loamy, or rocky soils; tolerates poor soils
  • Height: 1-2 feet
  • Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall
  • Lifespan: Perennial
  • Growth Habit: Clumping, low-growing grass

Additional Information: Purple Lovegrass is a stunning native warm-season grass known for its airy, cloud-like clusters of purple seed heads that appear in late summer, giving the plant its common name. When the seed heads mature, they detach and are carried by the wind, creating the appearance of a purple haze across the landscape. This ornamental grass thrives in dry, sunny conditions and is well-suited to xeriscaping, naturalized plantings, and erosion control. Its compact size and vibrant coloration make it a striking addition to native gardens, providing both beauty and ecological benefits.

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