Species lovegrass Guide
gray-green foliage

lovegrass

Eragrostis elliottii 'Wind Dancer'

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

6 - 9

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Lovegrass should be watered thoroughly but infrequently. During the warmer months, this means about once a week. During the colder months, once every 2 weeks should be sufficient. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. If the soil feels dry to the touch, you should water the plant. It is best to water the soil around the plant, ensuring you saturate the root zone. Avoid overwatering and use a pot with drainage holes and a saucer to collect any excess water.

sunlight

Lovegrass (Eragrostis elliottii 'Wind Dancer') prefers to grow in well-drained, sandy-loam soils in full sun but can tolerate mid-to-light shade. It will do best with 8-10 hours of direct or indirect sunlight daily. To promote full bloom and healthy flowering, provide the lovegrass with its ideal amount of sunlight and a consistent supply of water.

pruning

Lovegrass (Eragrostis elliottii 'Wind Dancer') should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Prune away any dead or damaged leaves, flower stalks, or seed heads, and cut the entire plant back to within a few inches of the ground. This will encourage full, new growth in the upcoming season. Avoid pruning after mid-summer, as this may stop new growth before the plant has had time to mature and form strong root systems.