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Elliott's Lovegrass

Eragrostis elliottii, Poaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Australian RushJuncus australis
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Texas DropseedSporobolus texanus
Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent
Pitchfork BluestemAndropogon bicornis
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect HabitatNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Thorny BambooBambusa blumeana

Large thorny bamboo shades out lovegrass and produces root chemicals that inhibit grass germination

Variable FlatsedgeCyperus difformis

Variable flatsedge competes for shallow soil resources and sedges often inhibit grass establishment

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlSoil BuildingWildlife ForageOrnamental

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Elliott's Lovegrass grow in?

Elliott's Lovegrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Elliott's Lovegrass?

Good companions for Elliott's Lovegrass include Australian Rush, Texas Dropseed, Pitchfork Bluestem.

Design guilds with Elliott's Lovegrass and see companion relationships visually.

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