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Liriope platyphylla

Also Known As

  • Wide-leaf Monkey Grass

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 26"-48"

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Liriope platyphylla plant details

Liriope platyphylla is an evergreen perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance) with. In summer lavender flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features grassy texture. Does well in acidic soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Liriope platyphylla

Plant type: perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: liliaceae
Mature size: 26 IN - 48 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Liriope platyphylla

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic

Gardening facts about Liriope platyphylla plant

How to Grow Liriope platyphylla

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Fruit

    • black
  • Texture

    • grassy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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