- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 18 - 24 Inches
- Mature Spread 24 - 36 Inches
- Growing Zones 2 - 8
What takes a garden from humdrum to fantastic? Texture!! Grasses are a great way to add texture and color to any garden, and Purple Lovegrass is an excellent choice. Purple Lovegrass provides texture and color in a magical package with fluffy seed heads in stunning purplish pink. As a warm-season grass, this dreamy display of textured pink and purple comes on in late summer and fall. Unlike many grasses that can get out of control with spread and height, Purple Lovegrass is tidy and well-behaved with a softly mounding, low growing habit.
Purple Lovegrass is a tough plant that will survive where other plants do not. Hardy from zone 4-10, this plant is native to Central and Eastern North America found along roadsides and in sandy fields. Purple Lovegrass is deer resistant, not prone to diseases, and tolerant of hot conditions. It is an excellent choice for mass plantings, small groups, borders, meadow gardens, and native gardens.
Purple Lovegrass Care
Purple Lovegrass prefers a location with full sun. Plant it in sandy or rocky soil that is well drained. Purple Lovegrass tolerates a wide range of soil pH levels from 4.6-7.9. Do not overwater Purple Lovegrass, as it has lower water needs and is drought tolerant. Fertilizer is not required for the plant to thrive.
Purple Lovegrass will go dormant in the winter and will benefit from seasonal pruning. Cut back the foliage to the ground in late fall, winter, or early spring while the plants are dormant to promote new growth in the springtime. Purple Lovegrass can be mowed a few times a year if used as a lawn alternative in a location with light foot traffic. Plants can be divided and transplanted when they are dormant.
Purple Lovegrass Spacing
Purple Lovegrass will reach 18-24 inches in height with a spread of 24 - 36 inches. Space plants about 2 feet apart for a mass planting.
Purple Lovegrass Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 2 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennial |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 18 - 24 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 24 - 36 Inches |
| Spacing: 24 - 36 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Bronze |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering |
| Watering: Low |
| Resists: Deer, Disease, Pests & Insects |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Birds, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Groundcovers, Mass Planting |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Native to North America |
| Brand: American Beauties Native Plants |
| Common Name: Purple Lovegrass |
| Other Name(s): Purple Lovegrass |
| Scientific Name: Eragrostis spectabilis |
- SKU:
- 1231005660-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations