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Liriope spicata | Plant Finder | Fill My Garden

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Liriope spicata

Liriope spicata

Low MaintenanceDrought Resistant

Genus: Liriope
Family: Asparagaceae

About this plant

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

Growing Information

Height

0.1-0.5 Metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Hardiness

Foliage

Semi Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full ShadePartial Shade

Soil

LoamSandy

AcidNeutral

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Moisture

Poorly DrainedWell Drained

Aspect

South FacingNorth Facing

Exposure

Exposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in light, moderately fertile, preferably acid, moist but well-drained soil in partial or full shade. Drought tolerant once established

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by seed or division in spring

Pests

May be susceptible to slug damage

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Garden Uses

Planting Places

OutdoorBog GardenPond Margins

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

0.1-0.5 Metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Habit

Floating

Time to Full Height

Five To Ten Years