Plains Lovegrass Plant
Plains Lovegrass (Eragrostis intermedia) grows up to 3 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, low moisture, and is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Grass
Height
0.3 to 0.5 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
North America
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15°C to 25°C
Humidity (%)
50% to 60%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
0.1 to 0.2 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Soil EC
0.4 to 0.6 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
1 to 2 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
2 to 4 years
Health Benefits
Forage, Ornamental
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with nitrogen-rich fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Rust, Leaf Spot, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot.
Reddish pustules on leaves, Brown or black lesions, White, downy growth on leaves, Curled, distorted leaves, Wilting and root decay.
Fungicides with propiconazole, Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with mancozeb, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides.
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Provides natural erosion control.
· Used in traditional medicine for digestive health.
· Supports biodiversity by acting as a food source for animals.