Overview
Liriope muscari 'Purple Passion' is a clump forming, spreading herbaceous perennial in the genus Liriope, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen, grass-like foliage. Liriope muscari 'Purple Passion' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ground cover and front of borders.
About
Liriope muscari 'Purple Passion' is an evergreen herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Liriope genus, known for forming dense clumps or spreading patches. It features grass-like, arching foliage and thrives in partial shade with sheltered exposure, preferring moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, this cultivar is suitable for ground cover or the front of borders, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer. It is best grown in fertile, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Liriope
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Liriope muscari 'Purple Passion' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Spreading
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Grass-like
- Suggested uses
- Ground cover, Front of borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Liriope muscari 'Purple Passion'
- 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 'Purple Passion'?
Liriope muscari 'Purple Passion' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Liriope muscari 'Purple Passion' need?
Liriope muscari 'Purple Passion' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Liriope muscari 'Purple Passion' hardy in the UK?
Liriope muscari 'Purple Passion' 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 'Purple Passion'?
Division, Seed.
More in the Liriope genus
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- Liriope muscari
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- Liriope muscari 'Silver Shadow'
- Liriope muscari 'Webster Wideleaf'
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