Eragrostis spectabilis (Purple Love Grass) Pack Sizes:6-Pack Photo courtesy of Spring Meadow

Photo courtesy of Spring Meadow Nursery

Makes a nice addition to the woodland path

Burgundy stems produce salmon pink buds that open to a softer pink flower in midsummer

Leaves can reach 12" across and 16" long making a graceful mound 4' by 4'

moist soil in a sunny or partly shaded area

Eragrostis spectabilis (Purple Love Grass) Pack Sizes:6-Pack Photo courtesy of Spring MeadowThis North American native grows low to the ground in dense green tufts, 12 18" in height. The large inflorescence is attractive, forming a purple haze above the foliage when seen from a distance in late summer early fall. Eventually, the inflorescence breaks off and floats around like tumbleweed. Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 9