Liriope

Liriope (Lily Turf) is a small group of perennials found wild in China, Japan and the Philippines. The most popular is L. muscari. This variety forms clumps of strap-shaped, shiny dark green leaves. In the fall, compact, erect spikes of small, rounded bell-shaped, lavender or purple-blue flowers are borne. This plant grows up to a foot high.

Pot Cultivation

Grow these plants in fertile, humus-rich soil that is moist, but well drained. They should be planted in a sheltered location to protect the foliage from wind burn. These plants will tolerate dry soil and shade, but provide the best flowers in full sun.

Propagation

Seeds may be sown in the fall, or the plants may be divided in the spring.

L. spicata.

VARIETIES

• L. muscari & var. variegata;
• L. spicata.