Overview
Liriope muscari 'Silver Shadow' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Liriope, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Liriope muscari 'Silver Shadow' 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 'Silver Shadow' 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 a sheltered position with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy in the UK (H5) and is suitable for use as ground cover, underplanting of roses and shrubs, flower borders, beds, and garden edging. 'Silver Shadow' is best grown in fertile, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed, with interest in spring and summer.
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 'Silver Shadow' 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 'Silver Shadow'
- 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 'Silver Shadow'?
Liriope muscari 'Silver Shadow' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Liriope muscari 'Silver Shadow' need?
Liriope muscari 'Silver Shadow' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Liriope muscari 'Silver Shadow' hardy in the UK?
Liriope muscari 'Silver Shadow' 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 'Silver Shadow'?
Division, seed.
More in the Liriope genus
- Liriope exiliflora
- Liriope muscari
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- Liriope muscari 'Webster Wideleaf'
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