Grass Liriope Royal Purple

SKU: 6848

$9.99

Liriope ‘Royal Purple’ is a hardy, grass-like perennial with deep green foliage and tall spikes of rich purple flowers. Its bold color, dense growth, and year-round texture make it ideal for borders, pathways, and low-maintenance groundcover.

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Liriope muscari 'Royal Purple'

Liriope ‘Royal Purple’ is a striking evergreen perennial admired for its deep, glossy green foliage and tall, dramatic flower spikes. Blooming in late summer to early fall, each stem carries clusters of rich purple flowers that rise above the dense, arching leaves. The bold coloration and upright flowers create a vivid contrast that enhances pathways, borders, and mixed perennial beds. Its dense clumping habit also makes it an exceptional groundcover, providing both coverage and aesthetic appeal throughout the year.

Highly adaptable and durable, Liriope Royal Purple performs well in full sun to full shade, making it one of the most versatile landscape plants available. It tolerates heat, humidity, and a range of soil conditions while requiring minimal maintenance once established. This variety spreads gradually, forming lush carpets that naturally suppress weeds and help stabilize soil on slopes or problem areas. Whether used in formal plantings or naturalized garden spaces, Liriope Royal Purple offers dependable color, texture, and long-term performance.

Care Instructions

Planting
Plant in full sun to full shade. Space 12–18 inches apart. Use fertile, well-drained soil to encourage strong growth.

Watering
Water regularly during establishment. Once mature, water moderately, drought tolerant but performs best with occasional deep watering.

Pruning
Trim back old foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Remove spent flower spikes for a tidy look.

Pest Control
Generally pest-resistant. Watch for slugs, snails, or scale insects and treat them with organic or horticultural options if needed.

Soil Tips
Prefers humus-rich, well-draining soil. Add mulch annually to maintain moisture and improve soil structure.

Plant TypePerennials
Hardiness Zone(s)5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
ExposureFull Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Season of InterestLate Summer, Fall
Plant Height1' - 2' (ft)
Plant Spread1' - 2' (ft)
Spacing12" - 18" (in)
Water NeedsAverage
Maintenance LevelLow
Soil TypeClay, Loam, Sand, Silt
Soil PHNeutral, Acidic
Soil DrainageMoist but Well Drained
Bloom ColorPurple
Foliage ColorGreen
CharacteristicsEvergreen, Showy
TolerancesDrought, Deer, Rabbit
Garden UsesBanks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs

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