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'Big Blue' Liriope is a low-maintenance groundcover for the most challenging sites. Spikes of blue-violet blooms complement deep green arching foliage in late summer, and almost black berries in fall. Plants tolerate a range of conditions from full sun to shade, clay to sandy soils, and wet or dry sites. Liriope provides excellent erosion control, and is often used as a lawn alternative or groundcover. Evergreen foliage in warm southern climates. Plants are rabbit and deer-proof, making 'Big Blue' an easy choice for the no-fuss gardener. (Liriope muscari)
To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low
temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will
survive the winter temperatures in your area.
If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack
of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
12-24"‘ tall x 12-24"
wide. 'Big
Blue' Liriope Grass
stands up to the toughest conditions, tolerating heat, humidity, air pollution,
and drought. Plant large masses as a grassy groundcover in shaded sites, or use
to edge beds and pathways. The tidy mounds are also perfect for tucking among
perennials. 'Big Blue' is at home in rock gardens, woodland gardens, and containers.
An excellent plant for transitioning from sun to shade. Also known as 'monkey grass' or 'lily turf', Liriope is often used as a grass substitute in low-traffic
areas of the landscape, and it provides a great solution for soil cover in
shady areas where turf won’t grow. Foliage can be cleaned up in early spring to
remove brown tips. Use a sharp shear to cut leaf tips or mow plants back hard.
More Information
Associated SKUs
AM018231 AM015011 (Plant - 3" Pot) AM019692 (Tray of 16) - Out of stock. AM019693 (Tray of 32) - Out of stock. AM018159 (Tray of 9)
Common Name
Big Blue Monkey Grass
Botanical Name
Liriope muscari Big Blue
Zones
5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
Flower Color
Purple
Mature Height
12-24" tall
Mature Spread
12-24" wide
Growth Rate
Slow
Bloom Time
Late summer to early fall
Planting Depth
Crown of plant should rest just at or above the soil surface after watering in.
As soon as your order is placed you will receive a confirmation email. You will receive a second email the day your order ships telling you how it has been sent. Some perennials are shipped as potted plants, some as perennial roots packed in peat. The ‘Plant Information’ section describes how that item will ship. All perennials and spring-planted bulbs are packaged to withstand shipping and are fully-guaranteed. Please open upon receipt and follow the instructions included.
Perennials and spring-planted bulbs are shipped at the proper planting time for your hardiness zone. Perennial and spring-planted bulb orders will arrive separately from seeds. If your order requires more than one shipment and all items are shipping to the same address, there is no additional shipping charge. See our shipping information page for approximate ship dates and more detailed information. If you have any questions, please call Customer Service toll-free at (877) 309-7333 or contact us by email.
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