Aristida purpurea (Purple Threeawn)

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Purple Threeawn is a graceful annual bunch grass featuring purple inflorescences. It adds movement to the garden and works well with taller perennials. It is also useful for erosion control. 

Purple Threeawn attracts bees, butterflies and provides cover for small mammals. It is a host plant for Skipper and Satyr butterflies, and has high deer resistance. The seeds are food for some song birds, such as Junco. 

 





AT A GLANCE

Texas native Yes
Water use Low
Sun exposure Full sun
Bloom color Purple
Bloom time Spring through fall.
Mature height 1-2.5 ft
Mature spread 1-2 ft
Attracts Birds, butterflies, birds.
Host plant Skipper and Satyr butterflies.
Deer resistant Yes

 

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 Present in state
 Present in county and native
 Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state         
 Not present in state
 Present and rare, native in county
 Previously present, now extinct
 Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color)