Eragrostis curvula

Also Known As

Eragrostis chloromelas
Blue Lovegrass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

6a-10a

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Eragrostis curvula plant details

Eragrostis curvula is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eragrostis curvula

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: tan blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eragrostis curvula

USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Witness the ethereal haze of sheer amber-colored panicles floating on lax 3 ft. stalks over long fine cut powdery blue blades and you'll see why we love this gorgeous South African denizen. The flowing warm season mound spreads slowly over time, while the gauzy inflorescences tantalize birds, butterflies and the rest of us through early winter. Appreciative of fast draining locations, Blue Lovegrass makes a sterling drought tolerant specimen or mass planting. Flank with Pennisetum spathiolatum and tall Molinias, and intersperse Sanguisorba 'Chocolate Tip' or Aster 'Blue Danube' for a spectacular painterly effect.