Liliaceae

Jianjun Chen, Dennis B. McConnell, and Richard J. Henny

Sydney Park Brown

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen

This document provides an overview of the variegated lilyturf (Liriope muscari ‘Variegata’), a perennial ornamental grass known for its variegated leaves and violet-blue flowers. It details the plant’s characteristics, including its height, spread, growth rate, and leaf and flower features. The document also covers the plant’s preferred growing conditions, such as partial shade and well-drained soils, and its moderate tolerance to drought and salt spray. Additionally, it discusses the plant’s uses in landscaping, its propagation methods, and its resistance to pests and diseases. Original publication date October 1999.

Juanita Popenoe, Caroline R. Warwick, Caroline R. Warwick, andDavid J. Norman
Other Contacts: Brooke L. Moffis

Liriope muscari, commonly known as lilyturf, is a large grasslike perennial that is commonly used as a dark-green ground cover or as edging along walks and other areas.

Edward F. Gilman, Keighly Graves, Wendy Wilber, Tom Wichman, Claire Lewis, Gail Hansen, andRyan Klein

Cast iron plant is an upright, spreading herbaceous perennial that is extremely hardy. It thrives in shaded conditions and is well-suited as a groundcover, in a container, as edging or a border, or grown as a houseplant.

Edward F. Gilman, Keighly Graves, Wendy Wilber, Tom Wichman, Claire Lewis, Gail Hansen, andRyan Klein

Meyers asparagus fern, commonly called foxtail fern, has a unique growth habit and texture that brings interest to the landscape. This plant is suited to a variety of uses including mass planting or groundcover, container or above-ground planter, groundcover, as a houseplant, border in the landscape, or used as an accent.

Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen

This document provides an overview of Liriope spicata, commonly known as creeping lilyturf, border-grass, or monkey-grass. It describes the plant’s characteristics, including its dense, uniform cover, violet-blue flowers, and blue-black fruits. The plant is noted for its rapid spread by rhizomes, making it suitable for confined planting areas. It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 10 and prefers partial to full shade with well-drained soils. The document also highlights its moderate drought tolerance, minimal pest issues, and propagation methods. However, it cautions against using creeping lilyturf as an edging plant due to its invasive nature. Original publication date October 1999.

Edward F. Gilman, Keighly Graves, Wendy Wilber, Tom Wichman, Claire Lewis, Gail Hansen, andRyan Klein

Sprenger asparagus fern has a spreading growth habit and produces inconspicuous fragrant flowers and showy red berries. It may be used in a mass planting or groundcover, in a container or above-ground planter, as a border, cascading down a wall, used in hanging baskets, or may be grown indoors.

Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen

This document provides an overview of the Evergreen Giant Liriope (Liriope muscari ‘Evergreen Giant’), a perennial, herbaceous ornamental grass. It highlights its attractive dark green foliage and lilac purple blooms, making it a popular groundcover. The plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 10 and can be planted year-round in zones 7 to 10. It is noted for its moderate growth rate, fine texture, and ability to grow in part shade or full shade. The document also discusses its soil tolerances, moderate drought tolerance, and minimal care requirements, making it a versatile and low-maintenance option for various landscaping uses. Original publication date October 1999.