Description
Lilyturf is a broadleaf evergreen, clump-forming, perennial in the Asparagaceae (asparagus) family. The name liriope is derived from new Latin and is a nymph in Roman mythology. Though it may resemble an ornamental grass it is not a true grass.

Lilyturf requires acidic to neutral well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It will tolerate almost full shade but growth is slow and leaves are elongated.

Narrow, grass-like leaves grow up to 24 inches tall and are long-lasting. This low maintenance plant blooms in late summer with spikes of purple flowers that are followed by nearly black berries.

In their first year they will need regular watering to keep soils moist but once they are established they require very little supplemental irrigation. They are light feeders and benefit from a slow-release or organic fertilizer applied in the early spring. To maintain an attractive appearance, cut back tops each February before new growth begins. It is normally not necessary to propagate liriope plants as they are aggressive growers though this plant is less aggressive than L. spicata.

Attributes:
Liriope
Species:
muscari
Family:
Asparagaceae
Life Cycle:
Perennial
Wildlife Value:
Deer and rabbit resistant
Play Value:
Defines Paths
Textural
Dimensions:
Height: 1 ft. 6 in. - 2 ft. 0 in.
Width: 0 ft. 8 in. - 1 ft. 0 in.
Whole Plant Traits:
Plant Type: Ground Cover, Perennial, Poisonous
Woody Plant Leaf Characteristics:
Broadleaf Evergreen
Habit/Form: Clumping

Growth Rate: Medium
Maintenance: Low
Texture :Medium

Light:

Deep shade (Less than 2 hours to no direct sunlight)
Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day)
Partial Shade (Direct sunlight only part of the day, 2-6 hours)
Available Space To Plant:
Less than 12 inches