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Blue lilyturf: Liriope muscari
is so named because its flowers resemble those of grape hyacinth, It is an attractive evergreen perennial with tufts of gracefully arching, straplike dark-green foliage and dense spikes of purple flowers in summer followed by showy black berries in fall. Use it to fill the gaps under hedges and trees or to line paths and drives. Notable cultivars include 'Big Blue' with blue-tinged flowers, 'Monroe's White,' 'Lilac Beauty,' and 'John Burch' which has gold-variegated foliage. Profile
did you know?Like many ground covers, lilyturf spreads by rhizomes (specialized roots). These swollen, fleshy roots form large, vigorous underground structures that store water and nutrients, allowing the plants to withstand periods of drought. general maintenance:Mow or prune old foliage in spring before growth resumes. pests/diseases:Anthracnose, root rot, slugs, and snails may occur. controls:To control anthracnose, prune or mow, discarding old foliage in spring. To control root rot, reduce watering and remove severely infected plants. Handpick slugs and snails from foliage, or spread diatomaceous earth around plants. how to sow/plant:In spring, choose a sunny to partly shady spot, and amend with compost or well-rotted manure. Set plants in soil at the same depth they were in pots, 12?16 inches apart. Divide existing plantings in spring. water and fertilize:Once established, plants require additional water only in periods of extended hot, dry weather. garden hint:Blue lilyturf's drought resistance makes it a good choice for xeriscape gardens. features:
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From Martha Stewart Plant Encyclopedia
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