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Purple Lovegrass

Eragrostis spectabilis, Poaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

LowLow

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Hoary VervainVerbena stricta
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Western WheatgrassPascopyrum smithii
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Giant Four OClockMirabilis multiflora
Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Closed GentianGentiana clausa

Purple lovegrass can form allelopathic stands that suppress native wildflowers including closed gentian

California FuchsiaEpilobium canum

Purple lovegrass can form dense stands with allelopathic properties that exclude other herbaceous plants

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlErosion ControlOrnamental

Common Questions

What zones does Purple Lovegrass grow in?

Purple Lovegrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Purple Lovegrass?

Good companions for Purple Lovegrass include Hoary Vervain, Western Wheatgrass, Giant Four OClock.

Design guilds with Purple Lovegrass and see companion relationships visually.

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