Overview
Liriope muscari 'Webster Wideleaf' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Liriope, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Liriope muscari 'Webster Wideleaf' 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 'Webster Wideleaf' is an evergreen herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Liriope genus, known for forming dense clumps with elongated, arching leaves. This cultivar is suited to partial shade and thrives in moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and prefers sheltered positions facing north, east, or west. Ideal for use as ground cover, underplanting roses and shrubs, or edging flower borders, it requires watering during establishment and can be propagated by division or seed.
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 'Webster Wideleaf' 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 'Webster Wideleaf'
- 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 'Webster Wideleaf'?
Liriope muscari 'Webster Wideleaf' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Liriope muscari 'Webster Wideleaf' need?
Liriope muscari 'Webster Wideleaf' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Liriope muscari 'Webster Wideleaf' hardy in the UK?
Liriope muscari 'Webster Wideleaf' 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 'Webster Wideleaf'?
Division, seed.
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