Eragrostis trichodes - Sand love grass

A warm grass plant, meaning it will only grow during the summer when soil temperatures are warm. It is noticeable for its purplish stem and tends to arch gracefully. Has a high tolerance for calcified, sandy soil and likes sunny conditions. These factors make it an excellent plant to stabilize sandier areas prone to erosion, like upland lake and river banks. Sand Love Grass readily reseeds itself and grows quickly in ideal conditions. It is also important to native bees as it provides nesting materials and structures for them in all seasons.

Easy to grow drought tolerant, does best in sandy loams in hot dry locations. A taller cousin of the popular purple lovegrass.

Height: 2 - 4 ft

Sun: Full sun

Water: Dry to medium

Bloom color: Purple tinted

Bloom time: July to August