Crocus Special Offers
Big Blue Lily-turf
Liriope muscari
- Position:
partial to full shade, but will tolerate a sunnier spot if the soil is reliably moist.- Soil:
well-drained, neutral to acid soil- Rate of growth:
average to fast- Flowering period:
August to November- Hardiness:
fully hardy
An extremely useful plant, which will tolerate a range of conditions including dry shade and drought. Dark green, blade-like leaves provide year-round interest and in autumn, just as other flowers are beginning to fade, vibrant, long-lasting wands of deep violet flowers rise above the foliage. Lily-turf is perfect for edging small, shady spaces - the broad grass-like foliage contrasts beautifully with large leaved plants, or for planting in groups beneath deciduous shrubs.
- Garden care:
To encourage new growth, cut off tired-looking leaves down to the ground in spring. This is also the time to lift and divide large clumps.
