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liriope muscari moneymaker

If you're searching for a versatile, resilient ground cover that thrives across New Zealand’s garden landscapes, liriope muscari moneymaker is an exceptional choice. Known for its hardy nature, dense green foliage, and charming violet flower spikes, liriope muscari moneymaker brings effortless beauty and practicality to both residential and commercial plantings. It’s lauded for its ability to tackle tricky spots where lawns struggle, making it a popular favourite for mass plantings, edging, and low-maintenance borders.

Liriope muscari growing as a mass planting in a woodand garden.

Liriope muscari

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Liriope muscari, commonly known as Lilyturf or Monkeygrass, is an herbaceous perennial with flower spikes that rise above the foliage during summer and autumn, bearing masses of lavender-blue flowers that are long-lasting and blend wonderfully with the strap-like, dark green foliage. Liriope muscari is an excellent choice for cottage gardens, adding to a mixed planting, or for use in borders or around outdoor living areas. It is used extensively in landscaping due to its hardiness, versatility, and attractive appearance year-round.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grasses
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 45 cm
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Shade
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Colourful Liriope muscari 'Royal Purple' plants with purple flowers.

Liriope 'Royal Purple'

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Liriope 'Royal Purple', commonly known as Monkey Grass, produces strap-like, dark green leaves that become adorned with masses of showy, deep violet-purple flowers. This herbaceous perennial grows as a tidy clump, reaching approximately 40 cm in height and 45 cm in width. Liriope 'Royal Purple' is an excellent choice for cottage gardens, adding to a mixed planting, or for use in borders or around outdoor living areas.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grasses
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 45 cm
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Shade
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Liriope muscari 'Gold Banded' plants with colourful, variegated foliage and pink flowers.

Liriope 'Gold Banded' (Variegated Liriope)

Liriope 'Gold Banded' produces green leaves edged with gold, and masses of lavender coloured flowers in summer. This herbaceous perennial grows as a...

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Liriope muscari 'Blue Skies' plant with blue flowers and green foliage in a garden.

Liriope 'Blue Skies'

Liriope 'Blue Skies' is a blue-flowering Liriope that forms a tidy clump and features strap-like, dark green leaves. Flower spikes rise above the...

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Liriope muscari 'Pee Dee Gold Ingot' plants with yellow foliage in a border garden.

Liriope 'Pee Dee Gold Ingot'

Liriope 'Pee Dee Gold Ingot', commonly known as Purple Liriope or Lilyturf, grows as a clump and produces strap-like, golden-yellow leaves up to 20...

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Liriope muscari 'Monroe White' white flowers.

Liriope 'Monroe White'

Liriope 'Monroe White' is a white flowering Liriope that grows as a tidy clump and produces strap-like, dark green leaves. Short stems rise above the...

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Liriope muscari 'Samantha' plants with dark green leaves and pink flowers.

Liriope 'Samantha'

Liriope 'Samantha' is a pink-flowering Liriope that produces strap-like, dark green leaves. Short stems carrying masses of tiny, light pink flowers...

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Liriope spicata plants with pink-blue flowers in a garden.

Liriope spicata (Creeping Lilyturf)

Liriope spicata, commonly known as Creeping Lily Turf, grows as a clump and produces arching, strap-like, dark green leaves. Short stems carrying...

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Liriope 'Evergreen Giant'

Liriope 'Evergreen Giant' is an herbaceous perennial that grows as a clump and produces strap-like, dark green leaves. Stems rise above the foliage...

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Liriope spicata 'Franklin Mint' plant with lush green foliage and pink flowers.

Liriope 'Franklin Mint'

Liriope 'Franklin Mint' features strap-like, dark green leaves and short stems that carry masses of tiny, lilac-coloured flowers that emerge amidst...

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Choisya ternata with lush foliage and white flowers.

Choisya ternata (Mexican Mock Orange)

Choisya ternata, commonly known as Mexican Orange Blossom, is a lush, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy green foliage and clusters of fragrant...

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Why Choose Liriope muscari moneymaker?

Liriope muscari moneymaker stands out thanks to its lush, strappy leaves and rich purple flower spikes that appear during late summer and autumn, attracting pollinators and adding seasonal interest. It's an evergreen perennial, meaning your borders and garden beds look vibrant all year round. This robust selection forms attractive, weed-suppressing clumps that make maintenance a breeze and effortlessly outcompete a host of common garden weeds.

Highly adaptable, liriope muscari moneymaker tolerates a range of soil types – sandy, clay, or loam – and is just as happy in morning sun as in partial or even full shade. It’s remarkably drought and frost tolerant once established, offering peace of mind for busy gardeners or less-than-ideal conditions.

Uses for Liriope muscari moneymaker in New Zealand Gardens

Liriope muscari moneymaker is prized for its versatility and reliability in challenging planting locations. Use it for:

Its adaptability has made it a classic choice for both residential settings and landscape projects across Aotearoa.

Planting and Care Tips

Plant your liriope muscari moneymaker during spring or autumn for the best start. Space clumps at least 30cm apart to let them fill out fully. Mulching will help retain moisture and keep competing weeds at bay during establishment. These plants require minimal maintenance – simply remove tired foliage in late winter to encourage fresh new growth.

Regular watering during the first growing season helps roots to settle, but once established, liriope muscari moneymaker will thrive even if you’re away on holiday or faced with the odd dry spell. Occasional feeding in spring with a slow-release fertiliser keeps your liriope lush.

Explore Other Liriope Varieties

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Each brings its own unique character to your plantings.

Liriope muscari moneymaker: The Low-Care Solution

For New Zealand gardeners wanting a reliable, no-fuss ground cover, liriope muscari moneymaker delivers on all fronts – beauty, toughness, and enduring appeal. Choose it to transform difficult spaces, add perennial foliage, or create striking swathes of colour in your garden design. Pair it with companion liriope varieties for year-round interest and garden success.


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