Royal Purple Liriope
Plant Bio:
Royal purple liriope, commonly called lilyturf or monkey grass, is a tufted tuberous-rooted grass-like perennial which features clumps of strap-like, arching, glossy, dark green leaves. Clumps spread slowly and expand but do not spread aggressively like liriope spicata. Showy flower spikes with dark purple flowers rise above the leaves in late summer. Flowers can give way to blackish berries which often persist into winter.
Watering Requirements
Regularly – weekly, or more often in extreme heat or in containers. At least 1” per week.
Feeding Requirements
Once a year, lightly, with a balanced slow-release fertilizer. Apply in late spring after the last frost.
Pruning Time & Tips
Optionally cut to ground each winter – Not necessary to health. Divide every 3 years.
Common Pests & Diseases
Slugs, Snails, Leaf Rot and Crown Rot.
Maturity
15-18” x 18”
Troubleshooting:
If you notice several leaves have turned fully yellow and you see brown or black patches growing at the base of the leaves, it’s a good indicator of crown or root rot. Apply a fungicide and cut out the part of the root or crown that is rotted if you catch it early. If this advances, the entire plant is likely to die.
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