Can Liriope muscari take full sun?

Spicata or L. Muscari, liriope is a low-maintenance plant. Both species are tough plants that can grow in sandy or clay soil and full sun or part shade. The only “must-have” is that it is a well-draining soil.

Does Liriope muscari spread?

Liriope Muscari Variegata is an evergreen perennial that easily spreads to form a deep carpet of grass-like plants that makes a great ground cover or border plant. This form of liriope aptly has the common name “variegated lilyturf.”

Does liriope spread quickly?

This plant spreads quickly by rhizomes and can invade adjacent turf areas or other ground cover beds. Therefore, this Liriope may be best suited for planting in a bed surrounded by hardscape or confined with an edging (root barrier) that is 18 inches deep.

How big do Liriope muscari get?

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.

Do Liriope prefer sun or shade?

It will grow in deep shade or full sun, sand or clay. It can endure heat, drought and salt spray, but will not take “wet feet”; it requires moist, well-drained soil. Flowers are produced most freely in a sunny location. Space the plants about 1 foot apart when planting.

How far apart should you plant Liriope muscari?

Planting Liriope Grass Edging muscari makes a perfect edging. Plant each Lilyturf one foot (30.5 cm.) apart. Keep the plants moderately moist but never soggy.

Do liriope like sun or shade?

Will Liriope choke out other plants?

L. spicata, or creeping liriope, is best used in difficult areas such as on hillsides. It is an aggressive spreader and should only be used in areas that need full coverage, as it will choke out other plants.

What can I plant with Liriope muscari?

Because it stays where it is planted, liriope muscari is the preferred choice for flower beds or as an edger. It combines beautifully with evergreen shrubs such as boxwoods, and with perennials with contrasting leaf shapes, such as large-leaved hostas and hellebores.