Purple Love Grass (Eragrostis spectabilis)
Purple Love Grass is a beautiful, native ornamental grass that lights up the garden with delicate purple-pink plumes in late summer and fall. Its airy seed heads float like a colorful haze above fine green foliage, adding softness and movement to the landscape.
This perennial grass thrives in poor, sandy soils and requires little maintenance once established. It is drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and attracts birds and pollinators with its seeds and flowers. Purple Love Grass is ideal for naturalized plantings, prairie gardens, borders, and erosion control.
- Airy purple-pink flower plumes in late summer
- Native ornamental grass, great for natural landscapes
- ☀️ Thrives in full sun and sandy soils
- Attracts birds and pollinators
- ❌ Deer-resistant and low-maintenance
- Mature Size: 1–2 ft. tall, 1–2 ft. wide
Note: Stunning when planted in masses, where its purple haze effect creates a breathtaking meadow-like look.
Growing Zones: 5–9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 1–2 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature Width: | 1–2 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Eragrostis spectabilis |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Foliage Color: | Green (summer), Purple-Pink (flowers) |
| Type: | Perennial Ornamental Grass |
FAQ's
Does Purple Love Grass come back every year?
Yes, it is a perennial grass that returns each year and reseeds easily.
When does it bloom?
It blooms in late summer through fall with purple-pink airy seed heads.
Is it drought-tolerant?
Yes, it thrives in dry, sandy soils and is highly drought-tolerant once established.
Will deer eat Purple Love Grass?
No, it is deer-resistant, making it a reliable choice for landscapes.
Where does Purple Love Grass look best?
It looks best in mass plantings, naturalized areas, prairie gardens, and as a soft border accent.
