Overview
Liriope muscari 'Emerald Cascade' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Liriope, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Liriope muscari 'Emerald Cascade' 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 muscari 'Emerald Cascade' is an evergreen herbaceous perennial cultivar belonging to the genus Liriope, known for forming dense clumps with elongated, arching leaves. This cultivar thrives in partial shade and prefers sheltered positions with moist but well-drained, neutral loam soil. It is hardy in the UK (H5) and is suitable for use as ground cover, underplanting roses and shrubs, or in flower borders and garden edging. 'Emerald Cascade' is particularly notable in spring and summer, when it produces tight clusters of small, rounded flowers that later give way to black berries.
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 muscari 'Emerald Cascade' 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 muscari 'Emerald Cascade'
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to slugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Liriope muscari 'Emerald Cascade'?
Liriope muscari 'Emerald Cascade' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Liriope muscari 'Emerald Cascade' need?
Liriope muscari 'Emerald Cascade' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Liriope muscari 'Emerald Cascade' hardy in the UK?
Liriope muscari 'Emerald Cascade' 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 muscari 'Emerald Cascade'?
Division, seed.
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