About
A tough, tufted, evergreen perennial to 40cm tall, forming dense clumps of linear, dark green leaves. An useful plant for dry shade. From early to late autumn it produces dense spikes of purple flowers, reminiscent of the grape hyacinth.
About the genus
Liriope are evergreen herbaceous perennials forming compact clumps or spreading patches of arching, linear leaves and dense spikes or racemes of small globose flowers, followed by black berries
Growing conditions
SunlightFull shade, Partial shade
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeGrass Like
HabitTufted
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesHerbaceous borders, cottage gardens, cutting.
Care notes
CultivationGrow in light, moderately fertile, preferably acid, moist but well-drained soil in partial or full shade. Drought tolerant once established
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by division in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slug damage
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free