ERAGROSTIS SPECTABILIS ACORN FARMS
PURPLE LOVEGRASS

ERAGROSTIS SPECTABILIS

Eragrostis spectabilis
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PURPLE LOVEGRASS

Eragrostis spectabilis is a native North American perennial and a true gem that is celebrated for its breathtaking late-season display. As summer transitions to fall, purple lovegrass erupts in a cloud of delicate, airy, purplish-pink flower panicles that shimmer in the sunlight, creating an unforgettable visual spectacle. It's like a soft, colorful mist floating above your garden!

Purple lovegrass is easy to care for! This low-maintenance ornamental grass thrives on a bit of neglect once established. It loves full sun, about 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. This ensures the most abundant and vibrant purple blooms. It enjoys average, evenly moist, well-drained soils. Ideal for a naturalized meadow look or a border plant. It also pairs beautifully with other perennials and provides a soft, airy contrast to more structured plants.
HIGHLIGHT Current Crop Notes:
con 1: Seed Heads. Nice Foliage. Full Pot. Native.
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PLANT SIZE TYPE GALENA ADD'L DIG SOON
ERAGROSTIS SPECTABILIScon 147000

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KEY:
con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.

(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)



Planting Tips ⓘ

To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in well-draining soil with a slightly alkaline pH. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.




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