Overview
Liriope exiliflora is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Liriope, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Liriope exiliflora grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ground cover, underplanting of roses and shrubs, flower borders and beds and garden edging.
About
Liriope exiliflora is an evergreen herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Liriope genus, known for forming dense clumps. It features elongated, arching leaves and produces tight clusters or racemes of small, rounded flowers in spring and summer, which are later replaced by black berries. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with a north, east, or west-facing aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for sheltered locations and is commonly used as ground cover, underplanting for roses and shrubs, or in flower borders and garden edging.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Liriope
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Liriope exiliflora size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Ground cover, underplanting of roses and shrubs, flower borders and beds, garden edging
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Liriope exiliflora
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Liriope exiliflora?
Liriope exiliflora prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Liriope exiliflora need?
Liriope exiliflora grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Liriope exiliflora hardy in the UK?
Liriope exiliflora has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Liriope exiliflora?
Division, seed.
More in the Liriope genus
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- Liriope muscari 'Purple Passion'lilyturf 'Purple Passion'
- Liriope muscari 'Silver Shadow'
- Liriope muscari 'Webster Wideleaf'
- Liriope graminifolia (L.) Baker