Troubleshooting
Weeping Love Grass problems — and how to fix them
Weeping Love Grass (Eragrostis curvula) is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Invasive spread
Prolific self-seeding makes this species invasive in parts of Australia, South Africa, and the southwestern United States. Check local weed registers before planting; deadhead before seed sets to limit spread in garden settings.
Stem rust (Puccinia spp.)
Orange-brown pustules on leaf sheaths and blades in humid conditions. Improve air circulation; avoid overhead irrigation. Severely infected clumps can be cut to the ground in early spring to remove inoculum.
Poor establishment in shade
Fails to thrive under tree canopy or in low-light spots. Growth becomes open and the erosion-control mat function is lost. Always site in full, open sun.
Prevent weeping love grass problems before they start
Most weeping love grass issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for weeping love grass in general rather than its problems? Read the full weeping love grass care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Weeping Love Grass problems — FAQ
Why is my weeping love grass invasive spread?
Prolific self-seeding makes this species invasive in parts of Australia, South Africa, and the southwestern United States. Check local weed registers before planting; deadhead before seed sets to limit spread in garden settings.
Why is my weeping love grass stem rust (puccinia spp.)?
Orange-brown pustules on leaf sheaths and blades in humid conditions. Improve air circulation; avoid overhead irrigation. Severely infected clumps can be cut to the ground in early spring to remove inoculum.
Why is my weeping love grass poor establishment in shade?
Fails to thrive under tree canopy or in low-light spots. Growth becomes open and the erosion-control mat function is lost. Always site in full, open sun.