Liriope muscari ‘Royal Purple’
Overview
Uses: Groundcover, border edging, mass plantings, slope stabilization, and foundation plantings.
Benefits: Dense clumps of arching, dark green foliage provide year-round structure. Deep purple flower spikes emerge in mid to late summer, adding strong seasonal contrast.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6–9
Sun: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Life Cycle: Hardy Perennial
Growth Habit: Clumping, Spreading — arching foliage forming dense tufts.
Bloom Color: Deep Purple
Foliage Color: Dark Green
Mature Height: 12"–15"
Mature Width: 12"–18"
Bloom Season: Mid–Late Summer
Growth Rate: Moderate
Summary
A dependable evergreen groundcover highlighted by rich purple summer blooms.
Liriope muscari ‘Royal Purple’ forms dense clumps of narrow, arching foliage that provide consistent structure throughout the growing season. In mid to late summer, upright spikes of saturated purple flowers rise above the leaves, creating a bold contrast against the deep green backdrop.
Its clumping habit makes it suitable for borders, pathway edging, and mass plantings where a controlled, tidy groundcover is desired. Once established, it tolerates short dry periods and adapts to a wide range of soil types.
Care
Royal Purple Liriope Care
Plant in full sun to partial shade. While tolerant of shade, flowering is typically stronger with brighter light.
Prefers moist, well-drained soil but adapts to clay, sandy, and loamy soils once established.
Water regularly during the first growing season to encourage root development. Established plants tolerate short dry spells but benefit from occasional deep watering during extended drought.
Apply a slow release fertilizer in early spring if additional vigor or flowering is desired.
Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges to maintain a clean appearance.
Size
What Size is Royal Purple Liriope for Sale Online?
Plants are shipped in greenhouse-grade grow pots and are actively growing at the time of shipment. Size may vary slightly by season. If you have specific questions before ordering, please contact us.
How Large Does Royal Purple Liriope Grow?
This clump-forming perennial typically reaches 12 to 15 inches tall and spreads 12 to 18 inches wide.
Additional Information
What are some common names for this plant?
Royal Purple Liriope is commonly known as Monkey Grass or Lily Turf.
Is ‘Royal Purple’ a spreading or clumping variety?
This selection maintains a clumping growth habit, making it suitable for controlled plantings and defined borders.
Where does this plant perform best?
It works well in borders and mass plantings where a durable evergreen groundcover is needed. It pairs naturally with other selections from our Groundcovers collection.
What plants combine well with liriope?
Its upright flower spikes and dense foliage contrast nicely with broadleaf perennials and ornamental grasses. Explore complementary options within our Perennials collection.
