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 Elliott's Lovegrass (Eragrostis elliottii) is a shimmering, blue-tinged native grass that provides a soft, fine-textured "filler" for Florida landscapes. It is particularly striking when the sun catches its airy seed heads, creating a luminous, glowing effect in the garden.

• Appearance: This grass is known for its distinct blue-green to silvery foliage. It grows in tight, neat clumps and reaches about 1–3 feet tall when in bloom.
• The Bloom: In late summer and fall, it produces tan-to-grey, cloud-like flower panicles that float above the foliage. It has a more delicate, "whispy" look compared to the dense "clouds" of Muhly Grass.
• Growth Habit: A perennial bunchgrass that stays put in its clump, making it an excellent choice for structured designs or mass plantings.

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun but is one of the more shade-tolerant native grasses, performing reasonably well in light, dappled shade.
• Soil: It is the ultimate "poor soil" plant. It loves sandy, dry, and nutrient-deficient soils. It actually tends to "flop" or lose its shape if the soil is too rich or heavily fertilized.
• Watering: Highly drought-tolerant once established. It is a true "set it and forget it" plant for high-and-dry spots in the yard.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 8–11. It is well-adapted to the heat and humidity of the Florida sandhills.

Bloom Time: Fall (primarily October–November).

Wildlife Value: Provides cover for small wildlife and is a larval host for the Zabulon Skipper butterfly.

Salt Tolerance: Moderate; handles coastal air well.

Maintenance: Very Low; cut back to 3–5 inches in late winter to refresh the blue foliage for spring. 

• Landscape Use: It is most effective when planted in groups of 3 or 5, or used as a soft border along a walkway where its fine texture can be appreciated up close.
• Erosion Control: Because of its fibrous root system and ability to grow in sand, it's also a practical choice for stabilizing slopes or sandy patches.