Plants in genus liriope
Liriope spicata
Liriope spicata, native to China and Vietnam, is a rhizomatous, grass-like perennial often used as a groundcover. It features clusters of narrow, arching, glossy dark green leaves and erect flower spikes with white to pale lavender flowers, followed by shiny blue-black berries in late fall. This plant is heat, humidity, and drought-tolerant, thriving in USDA zones 4 to 10. It is easily propagated by dividing the root mass and rhizomes and is known for its ability to filter pollutants from the air.
Liriope muscari 'Aztec'
Liriope muscari 'Aztec' is a low-growing plant native to Japan and China, forming dense clumps of dark green leaves. It produces small spikes of pale purple flowers and is drought-tolerant, making it an excellent ground cover for partial to full shade areas.
Liriope muscari 'Variegata'
This plant has variegated dark green and white leaves with creamy yellow stripes and violet-blue flowers in mid-summer, followed by blue-black berries in the fall. Known as monkey grass, it helps with erosion control and thrives in full sunlight to shady locations, preferring rich, moist, slightly acidic soil. It is fairly drought tolerant after establishing and grows up to 1.5 feet tall and 2 feet wide.
Liriope muscari 'Samantha'
Liriope muscari 'Samantha' is an evergreen perennial native to East Asia, forming clumps 12-15 inches tall. It features dark green leaves and vibrant purple flower spikes from summer to early fall. This plant is ideal for ground cover, edging, or borders and is drought-tolerant once established.
Liriope muscari
Liriope muscari is a carefree border or edging grass with blue-green foliage and lavender-lilac blue blooms in summer. It is deer-resistant and tolerant of heat, drought, and humidity, requiring minimal maintenance once established.
Liriope muscari 'Super Blue'
An improved addition to Big Blue Liriope, this plant tolerates more direct sunlight and features lavender-blue flower blossoms and spiky dark green foliage. It produces clusters of black berries after blooming and serves as an evergreen ground cover, border, or edging plant. It prefers moist, loamy soil and part shade but tolerates dry soil once established and is heat, humidity, and drought tolerant.
Liriope muscari 'Royal Purple'
This groundcover features dark green grass-like foliage and royal purple blooms that turn to black berries in the fall. It grows up to 1 foot tall and wide, tolerates full sun with afternoon shade, and is heat, humidity, and drought tolerant. It is also deer resistant and grows in USDA zones 5-11.
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue'
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' is a versatile ground cover plant with dark, glossy foliage and striking purple-blue flowers that bloom in late summer. This plant grows to about 1-2 feet in height and width and is well-suited for USDA zones 5-10. It thrives in full sun in cooler climates and prefers afternoon shade in warmer areas. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and benefits from occasional pruning to encourage new growth.
Liriope longipedicellata 'Grape Fizz'
Liriope longipedicellata 'Grape Fizz' is an ornamental grass forming tight clumps with very narrow, dark evergreen leaves. It produces 20-inch scapes of mauvy lavender flowers starting in early August. This plant is drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and suitable for both sun and shade, making it a versatile choice for gardens.
Liriope muscari 'Silvery Sunproof'
Liriope muscari 'Silvery Sunproof' is a hardy plant that tolerates more sunlight than other Liriope varieties. It features variegated, blade-like foliage and purple flower spikes in midsummer. This evergreen plant is disease and deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens, especially in dry shade conditions.
Liriope muscari 'Tokai Rinpa'
Liriope muscari 'Tokai Rinpa' is a new introduction from Japan, forming a 1-foot tall by 2-foot wide clump. It features dark black-green foliage with gold bands and produces lavender flowers in late summer. This plant has a spreading habit and is suitable for both sun and shade gardens.
Liriope muscari 'Sno Cone'
Liriope muscari 'Sno Cone' is an evergreen perennial known for its striking white and green streaked foliage. It forms clumps about 15 inches tall and 20 inches wide, with purple flowers appearing in midsummer. This plant is low-maintenance and thrives in shaded areas, though it can tolerate some sun. It is drought-tolerant and does not require frequent division, making it an excellent choice for shade gardens.
Liriope vernalis 'Lavender Springs'
Liriope vernalis 'Lavender Springs' is a new clumping liriope species discovered in Sichuan, China. This evergreen plant forms a small, non-spreading clump with arching green leaves and blooms in mid-May with lavender flowers. It is suitable for part sun to light shade and is deer and rabbit resistant.
Liriope longipedicellata 'Porcupine'
Liriope longipedicellata 'Porcupine' is a clump-forming plant with very narrow, stiff dark green leaves, ideal for adding texture to a woodland garden. In September, it produces 20-inch spikes of lavender flowers, followed by jet black fruits in November. This plant is known for its resilience, being deer and drought resistant, and can thrive in a variety of light conditions.
Liriope muscari 'Okina'
Liriope muscari 'Okina', also known as clumping monkey grass, is notable for its striking foliage that starts pure white in spring and becomes speckled with green by fall. It produces lilac flowers in late summer and requires minimal maintenance, thriving in shade with average soil and moisture.
Liriope muscari 'Monroe White'
'Monroe White' is a clumping variety of monkey grass introduced in 1957, known for its wide, dark green foliage and pure white flowers that bloom in mid-August. This evergreen perennial forms 1-foot tall by 2-foot wide clumps, making it a handsome presence in shade gardens. It thrives in average soil with good moisture and drainage, preferring shade over direct afternoon sun. The plant's clumps do not require division, and its late summer blooms add a touch of freshness to the garden.
Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon'
Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon' is an evergreen perennial known for its striking dark green leaves with white vertical striping. Growing 10 to 12 inches tall, it produces pale lavender flowers in late summer, followed by greenish berries in fall. This plant spreads by underground rhizomes, making it suitable for erosion control. It thrives in full sun to part shade and is a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Liriope muscari 'Hawks Feather'
Liriope muscari 'Hawks Feather' is a low-maintenance plant with dark green leaves and bright yellow markings, most dramatic in late spring. It produces lilac purple flowers in late summer and thrives in shade, although it can tolerate sun with some yellowing of the foliage.
Liriope muscari 'Aztec Grass'
Liriope muscari 'Aztec Grass' is an ornamental grass-like plant with green and silver variegated blade-like leaves. It is evergreen and reaches 15 inches tall, forming a dense clump of the same width. In summer, it sports purple flowers, making it an attractive choice for accents, showcases, and border plantings. This plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 7 to 11.
Liriope muscari 'Peedee Ingot'
Liriope muscari 'Peedee Ingot' is an evergreen perennial with bright gold foliage that forms an 18-inch tall clump. It produces lilac-lavender flowers in late summer and requires minimal maintenance. This plant is happiest in shade but can tolerate sun, and it thrives in average soil with good drainage.
Liriope minor 'Torafu'
Liriope minor 'Torafu' is a dwarf mondo grass with very narrow leaves and horizontal banding. It forms a thick patch in 3-4 years and is ideal for groundcover in shaded areas. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in part sun to shade.