Elliott's Lovegrass
Eragrostis elliottii
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Apr 12, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Elliott's Lovegrass
A native Florida ornamental bunchgrass with fine, stiff, arching foliage that forms dense tufts. The delicate, wispy autumn inflorescences create a misty, cloud-like effect above the foliage. Starting at $9.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Fall
- Flower Color
- Tan
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Care essentials
Provide full sun for best performance; Elliott's Lovegrass tolerates only very light shade and becomes sparse and less attractive in shadier sites. In NE Florida's sandy landscapes, full sun positions allow it to form dense, attractive clumps.
Extremely drought-tolerant once established — water only during the first few weeks after planting to aid rooting. Avoid regular irrigation after establishment; watering more than once a week can kill this grass. It thrives on Florida's natural rainfall.
Grows best in dry, well-drained sandy or loamy soils typical of NE Florida. No fertilizer is needed; this native grass thrives in low-nutrient conditions. Avoid organic-rich amended soils that retain moisture, which can lead to rot.
Similar needs
Indian Grass
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, low water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Little Bluestem
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, low water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Muhly Grass
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, low water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Purple Lovegrass
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, low water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Switchgrass
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, low water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Purple Top Grass
Shares 4 of the same needs: low water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
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Common questions
Is Elliott's Lovegrass a good plant for St. Augustine?
Elliott's Lovegrass is a grass for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 1-3 feet × 1-2 feet.