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Liriope muscari 'Variegata', commonly known as Variegated Lilyturf or Variegated Monkey Grass, is a highly popular, hardy, clumping evergreen perennial prized for its striking striped foliage and low-maintenance nature. Despite its grass-like appearance, it actually belongs to the asparagus family (Asparagaceae) and is native to East Asia
Light requirement: Full sun to deep shade. Too much dense shade can slightly dull its variegation and reduce flowering.
Water requirement: Low to moderate.
Watering frequency: Water regularly during establishment, then only during extended dry periods.
Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to a wide range of soil types.
Skill level: Easy
Growth rate: Moderate to fast
Suitable for container gardens: Yes
Mature Height: 30–45 cm
Mature Width: 30-60cm
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: High once established
Frost Tolerant: High
Wind Tolerant: High
Leaf colour: Green leaves highlighted by distinctive creamy-white to yellow margins
Leaf Variegation pattern: Yes
Size of leaf: 20-45 cm and 1-2-2cm wide. They arch gracefully back down toward the ground as they grow.
Flower colour: Lavender-purple
Flowering season: Late summer and autumn
Flower size: The individual flowers cluster tightly along erect, violet-brown stems (scapes) that extend 20 to 25 cm. These blooms give way to small clusters of decorative black berries that often persist through winter.
Liriope muscari 'Variegata', commonly known as Variegated Lilyturf or Variegated Monkey Grass, is a highly popular, hardy, clumping evergreen perennial prized for its striking striped foliage and low-maintenance nature. Despite its grass-like appearance, it actually belongs to the asparagus family (Asparagaceae) and is native to East Asia
Light requirement: Full sun to deep shade. Too much dense shade can slightly dull its variegation and reduce flowering.
Water requirement: Low to moderate.
Watering frequency: Water regularly during establishment, then only during extended dry periods.
Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to a wide range of soil types.
Skill level: Easy
Growth rate: Moderate to fast
Suitable for container gardens: Yes
Mature Height: 30–45 cm
Mature Width: 30-60cm
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: High once established
Frost Tolerant: High
Wind Tolerant: High
Leaf colour: Green leaves highlighted by distinctive creamy-white to yellow margins
Leaf Variegation pattern: Yes
Size of leaf: 20-45 cm and 1-2-2cm wide. They arch gracefully back down toward the ground as they grow.
Flower colour: Lavender-purple
Flowering season: Late summer and autumn
Flower size: The individual flowers cluster tightly along erect, violet-brown stems (scapes) that extend 20 to 25 cm. These blooms give way to small clusters of decorative black berries that often persist through winter.