Overview
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' is a perennial in the genus Liriope, part of the Q134172 family. It typically grows around 0.3 m tall. Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' grows best in full sun, and tolerates sandy and loamy soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include groundcover, borders and edging. It is native to East Asia.
About
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' is a small perennial producing neat clumps to about 0.3 m, grown for its narrow, grass-like leaves and late-summer flower spikes. It flowers in the UK from August to October, bearing lilac-purple blooms above the foliage. Suited to full sun and sandy or loamy soils that drain well, it tolerates moist but well-drained conditions. It is hardy to H7 and originates from East Asia.
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About the genus
Liriope is a genus of low, grass-like flowering plants from East and Southeast Asia.
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In the garden
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' is a clump-forming perennial from East Asia, valued for its narrow, strap-like leaves and lilac-purple flower spikes that appear from August to October. Plants reach about 0.3 m and are used where a low, grass-like texture is required in the border. Place Liriope in full sun on sandy or loamy soils with good drainage; the cultivar will tolerate soils that remain moist provided water does not sit around the roots. It carries a UK hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy across British gardens; its USDA range of 5–10 indicates similar cold tolerance for those comparing climates. Keep soil reasonably free-draining and avoid waterlogged planting sites. Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' works well as a ground cover between shrubs, a neat edging for paths or borders, or to fill narrow strips where a low perennial is needed. Plant in groups for best effect so the lilac-purple spikes are noticeable from August through October, and expect tidy 0.3 m clumps that provide structure around seasonal planting.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Liriope
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Height
- 0.3 m
- Suggested uses
- groundcover, borders, edging
- Native to
- East Asia
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Liriope muscari 'Big Blue'
- Pruning
- cut back old foliage in early spring
- Propagation
- division
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Liriope muscari 'Big Blue'?
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' prefers full sun.
What soil does Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' need?
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' grows best in sandy and loamy soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Liriope muscari 'Big Blue'?
Cut back old foliage in early spring.
How big does Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' grow?
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' reaches a height of 0.3 m.
Is Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' hardy in the UK?
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Liriope muscari 'Big Blue'?
Division.
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