Little Lovegrass (Eragrostis Minor) is a annual to perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Eragrostis minor is a small annual or perennial grass commonly found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Little Lovegrass

Little Lovegrass

Eragrostis Minor

Eragrostis minor is a small annual or perennial grass commonly found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
annual to perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:gravelly, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Little Lovegrass

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Eragrostis