Liriope muscari 'Variegata' (Liriope)

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Plant description

Liriope muscari 'variegata' is a tough and hardy perennial with strappy leaves of striped green and silver. It has purple flowers that contrast nicely with the foliage. It does well in most soils, and likes good drainage. good for full sun, part sun and full shade. The variegated leaves will light up a darker spot. Does well in difficult spots like under trees and eaves. Good for coastal sites. Drought tolerant once established. Looks beautiful in containers where the leaves can arch over the edge.

Additional plant information

Flowers

Flower colour: Purple
Flowering season: spring summer

Plant size

Maximum height: 0.4 metres
Minimum height: 0.3 metres

Maximum width: 0.3 metres
Minimum width: 0.2 metres

Sunlight, frost & salt tolerance

This plant will tolerate full or partial sunlight.
Light frost tolerance.
Plant is salt tolerant.

Fauna attracting?

Not specified.

Climate

This plant species will grow in the following climates: cool, temperate, subtropical.

Soil types & conditions

Loam: moist, well-drained.

Clay: moist, well-drained.

Sand: moist, well-drained.

Miscellaneous information

Planting season: Any.

Types of fertiliser: Good general purpose fertiliser applied in spring.

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