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Liriope spicata

spiked lilyturf

A rhizomatous, semi-evergreen perennial to 25cm tall, forming a dense clump of grassy, dark green leaves. In late summer it produces slender, erect spikes of tiny purple flowers. A useful plant for dry shade

Synonyms
Liriope koreana

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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, °Â±ð±ô±ô–d°ù²¹¾±²Ô±ð»å
pH
Acid, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Green
Autumn Purple Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full shade
  • Partial shade
Aspect

East–facing or ±·´Ç°ù³Ù³ó–f²¹³¦¾±²Ô²µ

Exposure
Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Asparagaceae
Native to the UK
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

Correct

Plant range
China, Vietnam, Japan

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 seed or 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

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