• Liriope muscari
  • Liriope muscari
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Liriope muscari

Lilyturf

£8.99
£8.99
Liriope muscari is a versatile, low-maintenance perennial with lush, grass-like foliage and vibrant purple flower spikes in late summer, ideal for shade gardens and ground cover.
  • Evergreen foliage for year-round structure
  • Ideal for difficult shady spots
  • Resistant to pests and diseases
Size

    • Aspect

      Partial to full shade

    • Hardiness

      Hardy

    • Flowers

      August, September, October

    • Soil type

      Moist but well-drained, Loamy, Clay

    Liriope muscari
    Liriope muscari

    • Why we like this plant

      Liriope muscari is a superb choice for gardeners seeking an attractive, tough, and shade-tolerant plant. Its ability to thrive in dry or damp soils, combined with its striking flowers and evergreen foliage, makes it invaluable for problem areas.

    • About this plant

      Liriope muscari, commonly known as Lilyturf, is an excellent evergreen ground cover plant that thrives in a variety of conditions, including dry shade. It forms dense clumps of glossy, arching green leaves that provide year-round texture. In late summer to early autumn, striking purple-lavender flower spikes emerge, resembling miniature grape hyacinths, followed by small black berries that add further interest. Hardy, drought-tolerant, and resistant to pests and diseases, Liriope is perfect for edging paths, filling shady borders, or underplanting trees and shrubs.

    • Key features

      • Evergreen, grass-like foliage for year-round interest
      • Vibrant purple-lavender flower spikes in late summer
      • Drought-tolerant and thrives in dry shade
      • Low-maintenance and resistant to pests and diseases
      • Excellent as ground cover or for edging pathways

    • Height and
      spread

    • Growth
      habit

      Clump-forming, spreading

    • Moisture

      Moderate; drought tolerant once established

    • Position in
      the Garden

      Borders, woodland gardens, edging pathways, ground cover

    Planting guide

    • Plant in partial to full shade for best results
    • Space plants 30-40cm apart for effective ground cover
    • Best planted in spring or autumn

    Care tips

    • Plant in well-drained, humus-rich soil
    • Water regularly during the first year; drought-tolerant once established
    • Cut back old foliage in early spring to encourage fresh growth
    • Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigour
    • Apply mulch in autumn to improve soil quality

    Winter care

    • Fully hardy; requires no winter protection
    • Trim back damaged leaves in late winter or early spring
    • Mulch lightly in colder regions to protect roots