Aristida purpurea |
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Purple Three Awn Grass |
This perennial grass grows to about 2' tall and wide. It has an erect habit and clumps. This grass can be found on rocky dry slopes that have been overgrazed or disturbed. It makes poor forage for cattle. Foliage is generally blue-green. In the fall, 2 l
Plant Type
Grass
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Purple, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.