Eragrostis Spectabilis

Purple Love Grass

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PURPLE LOVE GRASS. 10"
Clouds of pink, tiny seed heads swarm over 10" mat of twisty green foliage, creating a cloud of color from a distance. The light green foliage of Eragrostis Spectabilis paints the fall garden in shades of reddish bronze.

Code ERSP

Patent

Plant Type Perennials, Grasses

Species

Height Short 10" (2' in flower)

Spacing Plant 16" apart

Bloom Time Mid-Summer to Late Fall

Sun / Shade Full Sun

Zones 5-9

Soil Type Normal

Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")

Special Features

  • Deer Resistant
  • Long-Blooming

Planting Sites

  • Dry Shade Tolerant
  • Edgers
  • Groundcovers
  • Good for Hedge
  • OK in Containers

Eragrostis General Information

Eragrostis are perfect for full sun, hot sandy soil. Useful in the foreground of borders, especially where deep green broader-leaved plants can complement and set off the Eragrostis. Tolerant of coastal and dry sites. Ideal perennial for xeriscaping. Ornamental Grasses and Sedges are restricted from Idaho and Oregon. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Eragrostis Plant Care

Cut back to just a few inches above the ground in early spring before new growth appears. Can be divided in spring as needed.

Plantable Pots

Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!

100% Guarantee

We offer a 100% unconditional guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!

Shipping Details

We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.

Spring

  • Zone 3, 4: Early to Mid May
  • Zone 5: Late April to Early May
  • Zone 6: Mid to Late April
  • Zone 7: Early to Mid April
  • Zone 8: Late March to Early April
  • Zone 9, 10: Late March

Fall

  • Zone 2, 3, 4: Early September
  • Zone 5: Early to Mid September
  • Zone 6: Mid September
  • Zone 7: Mid to Late September
  • Zone 8, 9, 10: Late September to Early October