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Liriope muscari Amethyst ('Liptp')

A tough, tufted, evergreen perennial to 40cm tall, forming dense clumps of linear, dark green leaves. From early to late autumn it produces dense spikes of purple flowers, reminiscent of the grape hyacinth. A useful plant for dry shade

Synonyms
Liriope muscari 'Liptp'
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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
H5
Botanical details
Family
Asparagaceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
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

Trade

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

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