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Purple Love Grass
Eragrostis spectabilis
GrassPurple Love Grass
Eragrostis spectabilis
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Light
Full Sun
Water
Dry
Soil
Sandy
Size
1-2'
Bloom
Purple, Aug–Oct
Why Grow It
Drought Tolerant
Thrives with little water once established
Erosion Control
Deep roots stabilize slopes & banks
Late Bloomer
Provides nectar when others have faded
Did You Know?
Also called 'Tumble Grass' because the mature seed heads break off and blow across the ground like tumbleweeds, scattering seeds as they roll.
Purple Love Grass is so tough it thrives in roadsides that receive winter road salt — conditions that kill most plants.
The airy purple flower panicles can make up two-thirds of the plant's total volume, creating a spectacular cloud-like display from August through frost.
Wildlife Value
🦋
Zabulon Skipper
Caterpillars feed on love grass blades
🐦
Songbirds
Ground-feeding birds eat nutritious seeds
🐛
Leafhoppers
Diverse insect herbivores use foliage
Good Companions
🌼 Black-eyed Susan
🌿 Pennsylvania Sedge
💜 Spotted Bee Balm
🌾 Little Bluestem
Planting Guide
- Plant plugs or sow seed in dry, sandy full-sun soil.
- Space 12 inches apart for a flowing meadow effect.
- Very low maintenance; avoid fertile soil or overwatering.
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Spreads by Seed
Self-seeds freely; manage seedlings
Plant Details
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