LIRIOPE (Li'riope)

DESCRIPTION: 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.

POTTING: 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.

VARIETIES: L. muscari & var. variegata; L. spicata.

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