lovegrass
Eragrostis trichodes 'Bend'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Amethyst pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Low
watering
Lovegrass thrives best with regular watering. Depending on the soil type and drainage, it typically requires 1-2 inches of water per week. This can be done by hand or via an irrigation system. It's best to water deeply and less often, so that the water is able to reach the root system. It's also important to allow the soil to dry down between waterings. Lovegrass can tolerate occasional periods of drought but it will not produce its best results without regular watering.
sunlight
Lovegrass (Eragrostis trichodes 'Bend') does best in full sun, with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. If grown in partial shade, it may not flower as much and the foliage will not be as dense. For optimal growth, this variety should receive direct morning sunlight and some afternoon shade, which will help protect the leaves from burning.
pruning
Lovegrass (Eragrostis trichodes 'Bend') is best pruned once or twice per year in late winter or early spring. Pruning this plant should entail cutting back dead and overly long stems to just above the new growth. Removing dead and damaged stems encourages the plant to produce more new foliage, and cutting back overgrown stems will prevent the plant from becoming spindly and non-uniform in appearance. Pruning should be done carefully, as this plant is quite delicate and can be easily damaged. Pruning should be done in moderation, as too much pruning can damage the plant and stunt its growth.
