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Liriope

     Liriope, also know as "creeping lily-turf," forms mounds of grassy foliage that grow 6 to 12 inches tall, spreading moderately rapidly by underground stems. The leaves, long and narrow (about 1/4 inch across), are evergreen; in extreme cold weather in Zones 4-7 they turn pale yellowish green but remain to cover the ground. In summer, flower stalks bear elongated clusters of 1/4-inch lavender-white blossoms followed by 1/4-inch blue-black berries.
     This species provides a turflike cover with the added attraction of flowers and ornamental berries; it cannot be walked on without damage but is well suited to beds and borders. It will grow in almost any soil in Zones 4-10 in light conditions that vary from full sun to deep shade, and will tolerate drought.
     Plant in spring or fall, setting plants about 12 inches apart. Mow or clip off old leaves as the new ones are emerging in spring to assure attractive foliage. new plants can be started by dividing old ones in spring or fall.

	Liriope spicata, Creeping liriope grows less than a foot tall with evergreen, grass-like foliage about one quarter inch wide. The plant has light lilac to almost white flowers about one quarter inch in diameter. The flowers are produced during July and August on spikes somewhat taller than the foliage. Can become invasive.
	Liriope muscari 'Big Blue', Lilac-purple flowers atop leaves that are wider than L. spicata. Forms mounds of long, narrow evergreen leaves
	Liriope muscari 'Variegata', Forms mounds of long, narrow leaves with white margins; lavender flowers.

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