Liriope muscari 'Variegata' (v)

RHS Plant Profile
lilyturf 'Variegata'

Synonyms

Liriope exiliflora Silvery Sunproof misapplied

Grass Like

A tough, tufted, evergreen perennial to 35cm tall, forming dense clumps of linear, glossy green leaves with white margins. In late summer it produces dense spikes of purple flowers on erect stems. A useful plant for dry shade

Position

Full shade, Partial shade

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Neutral

Position

Full shade Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Asparagaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Tufted
Genus
Liriope are evergreen herbaceous perennials forming compact clumps or spreading patches of arching, linear leaves and dense spikes or racemes of small globose flowers, followed by black berries
Name Status
Accepted

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in light, moderately fertile, preferably acid, moist but well-drained soil in partial or full shade. Drought tolerant once established

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Garden edging
  • Ground cover

Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to slug damage

Diseases

Generally disease-free