Liriope muscari (Liriope / Lilyturf) #1
$9.99
Liriope muscari is an evergreen to semi-evergreen groundcover with arching foliage—sometimes variegated—upright purple flower spikes, and reliable performance in sun or shade.
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Description
Liriope muscari is a clump-forming evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial widely used as a durable groundcover and edging plant. Mature plants typically grow 12–18 inches tall and spread slowly by short rhizomes, forming dense tufts of arching foliage.
The narrow, strap-like leaves are generally dark green, but some cultivars exhibit variegated foliage with cream or yellow margins. In late summer to early fall, upright spikes of lavender to purple flowers emerge above the foliage, with some varieties occasionally producing paler lilac blooms. These flowers are followed by small dark purple to black berries that persist into fall.
Liriope muscari is commonly used for groundcover plantings, borders, edging, foundation plantings, and mass plantings. Its tolerance of a wide range of conditions, including shade and urban sites, makes it a reliable landscape performer.
Care Instructions
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Light: Full sun to partial shade; tolerant of shade
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Soil: Average, well-drained soil; adaptable to many soil types
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Water: Moderate watering during establishment; drought tolerant once established
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Pruning: Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring if needed
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Tolerances: Drought tolerant, heat tolerant, and tolerant of urban conditions
Key Features
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Evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage; variegated varieties available
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Dense clump-forming groundcover habit
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Lavender to purple flower spikes, occasionally paler varieties
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Dark ornamental berries
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Excellent for edging, mass plantings, and borders
