Liriope muscari
Big Blue Lilyturf
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Big Blue Lilyturf (Liriope muscari) - Description
L. muscari bears dark green leaves that can grow to lenths of 2 feet or longer and 0.5 to 0.75 inches wide. Flowers are held above the foliage on young plants, with round, shiny black fruits which follow the flowers.
Big Blue Lilyturf (Liriope muscari) - Blooming
Blooms flowers in white and various shades of purple, in summer, followed by black berries. Has grass-like leaves.
Big Blue Lilyturf (Liriope muscari) - Growth
Grows well as a casual ground cover in small areas. Works well as a riparian or poolside plant. Needs partial to full shade. Can take full sun, but only in cooler climates.
Big Blue Lilyturf (Liriope muscari) - Planting
Easily propagated by dividing clumps in spring. Can also sow seeds in containers outdoors to propagate.
Big Blue Lilyturf (Liriope muscari) - Pest
Slugs. Other problems include anthracnose, root rot, and leaf spot.
Big Blue Lilyturf (Liriope muscari) - Interesting facts
Liriope is native to the acidic woodland regions of Japan, Vietnam, China, and Taiwan.
Big Blue Lilyturf (Liriope muscari) - Soil and irrigation
Chlorosis and leaf tip burn can occur if the soil has poor drainage or is kept constantly wet. Species are drought tolerant. Grows best in acidic, well-draining soil that is kept moist and moderately fertile.
