Overview

Eragrostis trichodes is a perennial grass in the genus Eragrostis, part of the Q43238 family. Eragrostis trichodes grows best in full sun, and tolerates sandy and well-drained soils. Suggested uses include erosion control and ornamental grass. It is native to N. America.

About

Eragrostis trichodes is a perennial grass that establishes on sandy, freely draining ground and is used both for erosion control and ornamental planting. It prefers full sun and copes with dry to medium soil moisture. Native to North America, it is grown for grassy form and summer flowering. Flowering occurs from July to September.

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About the genus

Eragrostis is a large and widespread genus of plants in the grass family, found in many countries on all inhabited continents and many islands.

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In the garden

Eragrostis trichodes is a perennial grass native to North America, grown where sandy, well-drained conditions prevail. As a specialist for lighter soils it finds use where soils are free-draining and moisture is limited to medium levels; gardeners value it for erosion control and for adding a grass element to summer borders. Plant in a sunny position: full sun suits it best and it performs on sandy, well-drained ground rather than heavy clay. Water to help plants establish, then reduce irrigation since the species tolerates dry to medium moisture regimes. Do not compact the soil at planting and avoid poorly drained sites to prevent root problems. In the UK context it works where soil is gritty or free-draining — gravel gardens, sandy banks, dry borders and slopes that need stabilising. Use it alongside other drought-tolerant perennials and grasses where a summer grass presence is wanted; its display is at its peak between July and September. Because it suits sandy ground, place it where its root system can contribute to holding soil on inclined or erosion-prone spots.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Eragrostis

Sunlight

full sun

Soil type

sandy, well-drained

Soil moisture

dry to medium

Plant details

Eragrostis trichodes size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

perennial grass

Suggested uses

erosion control, ornamental grass

Native to

N. America

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Eragrostis trichodes

Propagation

seed

Frequently asked questions