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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 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 the foliage in summer. It typically grows to 45 cm tall and the same, but will spread to colonise a much larger area over time.

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Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Grasses

Height: 45 cm

Spread: 45 cm

Flowering time: Summer, Autumn

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas

Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

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 white flowers that appear in spring and often again in autumn. Thriving in full sun to part shade and well-drained soil, it’s perfect for NZ gardens as a hedge, border, or feature plant.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 1.50 m

Spread: 1.50 m

Flowering time: Spring, Summer

Tolerances: Hardy

Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock, White

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:

Ground cover beneath trees and shrubs where grass won’t grow.
Defining garden paths and driveways with neat evergreen edging.
Planting on banks and slopes to reduce erosion with its fibrous root system.
Underplanting beneath showpiece trees or tall perennials as a lush, background foil.
In massed groups for a low-care, weed-smothering display especially in urban or public spaces.

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

If you’re looking to mix textures and colours, you might also consider these related options:

Liriope muscari, the classic variety known for its adaptability and flower spikes.
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue', offering even larger blooms and bold presence.
Liriope 'variegata', featuring striking cream-variegated leaves for extra garden contrast.
Liriope 'Royal Purple', selected for its deep purple flower stalks.
Liriope 'Just Right', valued for its tidy clumps and easy-care nature.

Each brings its own unique character to your plantings.