Royal Purple Lilyturf
Liriope muscari 'Royal Purple'
Pronunciation: lir-EYE-oh-pee mus-KAR-ee
SKU #00977
| Description | Showy spikes of deep purple flowers rise above the arching, dark green, grass-like foliage, followed by clusters of black ornamental berries. A superb groundcover, edging or border plant for partially shaded woodland areas. Excellent for use along rock-edged pools and waterfalls. Tolerates drier conditions when established. Evergreen. |
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| Light | Partial sun |
| Watering | Keep soil moist, but not soggy. |
| Blooms | Summer |
| Mature Size | Quickly forms foliage clump 12 to 15 in. tall and wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Poolside, Ground Cover, Edging |
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| Design Ideas | Liriopes are exceptional small perennials that adapt to a wide range of uses due to their clumping form. Line them up for a solid fine textured edging at the back of lawn or along a sidewalk or flagstone path. Use in a mass for shady groundcover in dappled light as it is traditionally used in the Asian garden. A very nice container plants for modern and contemporary gardens when paired with just the right pot. |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Hosta (Hosta); Coneflower (Echinacea); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Speedwell (Veronica) |
| Care | Thrives in average, well-drained soils; adaptable to a range of soil types. Water regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; tolerates mild drought, when established. For a neat appearance, remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 10
Good to grow!
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Armstrong 2123 Newport Blvd.
Costa Mesa, California 92627 -
Armstrong 1500 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.
Newport Beach, California 92660 -
Roger's Gardens 2301 San Joaquin Hills Rd.
Corona Del Mar, California 92625
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.