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liriope muscari size

Searching for detailed information about liriope muscari size for your garden project? Liriope muscari, also known as lilyturf, is a popular evergreen grass-like plant beloved throughout New Zealand for its versatility and low-maintenance nature. Whether you’re considering liriope as a border, ground cover, or accent plant, understanding its typical size is essential for garden design and plant selection.

Liriope muscari 'Gold Banded' plants with colourful, variegated foliage and pink flowers.

Liriope 'Gold Banded' (Variegated Liriope)

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Liriope 'Gold Banded' produces green leaves edged with gold, and masses of lavender coloured flowers in summer. This herbaceous perennial grows as a tidy clump to about 35 cm tall and the same wide, performing best when positioned in full sun or partial shade.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grasses
Height: 35 cm
Spread: 35 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, 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
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 masses of tiny, pale lavender-white flowers emerge amidst the foliage during summer. It typically grows to 45 cm tall and the same wide, but will spread to colonise a much larger area over time.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grasses
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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 '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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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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PB6.5 Planter Bags (Grow Bags On Line)

These PB6.5 planter bags are 100 microns thick and hold 3.6 litres of potting mix. They are durable and won’t rip which makes them great for...

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PB12 Planter Bags (Grow Bags For Plants)

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1m wide Black Polythene

This polythene is 80 microns thick, very durable, and suits a host of different uses. Please enquire about larger sizes and heavier grades.

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2m wide Black Polythene

This polythene is 80 microns thick, very durable, and suits a host of different uses. Please enquire about larger sizes and heavier grades.

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PB18 Planter Bags (Grow Plant Bags)

These PB18 planter bags are 125 microns thick and each bag holds 10 litres of potting mix. They are durable and won’t rip which makes them great for...

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Metrosideros 'Kawa Copper' red and green foliage.
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Metrosideros ‘Kawa Copper’ is a distinctive New Zealand native pohutukawa cultivar prized for its rich copper toned new growth, glossy evergreen...

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Feijoa 'Triumph'

Feijoa 'Triumph' is a standout choice for New Zealand gardens. Feijoa 'Triumph' produces medium to large-sized, oval fruit with a firm skin in...

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PB28 Planter Bags (Growing Bag)

These PB28 planter bags are 125 microns thick and each bag holds 12 litres of potting mix. They are durable and won’t rip which makes them great for...

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Feijoa 'Antoinette'

Feijoa Antoinette produces tasty, medium-sized fruit in autumn. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide, though it can be...

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Feijoa sellowiana, commonly known as Brazilian Guava or Pineapple Guava, is one of the original Feijoa varieties from which many new varieties have...

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PB40 Planter Bags (Growbag)

These PB40 planter bags are 125 microns thick and each bag holds 18 litres of potting mix. They are durable and won’t rip which makes them great for...

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Feijoa 'Apollo'

Feijoa 'Apollo' trees produce tasty, medium-sized fruit in late autumn. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide but can be...

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The Jute Tree Tie is non-abrasive and very popular because it wont cause tree damage. The 50 mm wide fabric is heavy duty and designed to support...

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PB1.5 Planter Bags (PB Bags)

These PB 1.5 planter bags are 80 microns thick and hold 1 litre of potting mix. They are durable and won’t rip which makes them great for handling...

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Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' plant in a border garden with masses of showy, blue flowers.
Liriope muscari 'Big Blue'

Liriope muscari 'Big Blue', commonly known as Border Grass, grows as a tidy clump and produces strap-like, dark green leaves. Flower spikes rise...

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

Liriope muscari, commonly known as Lilyturf or Monkeygrass, is an herbaceous perennial with flower spikes that rise above the foliage during summer...

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Liriope muscari 'variegata' plants with colourful foliage and purple flowers.
Liriope 'variegata'

Liriope 'variegata', commonly known as Variegated Lilyturf, grows as a clump and produces strap-like leaves that are green with a prominent cream...

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Liriope muscari 'Elmarco' plants with lush green foliage.
Liriope 'Elmarco'

Liriope Elmarco, commonly known as Purple Liriope or Lilyturf, has flower spikes that rise above the strap-like, dark green leaves to bear masses of...

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Liriope muscari 'Just Right' plants with lush green foliage.
Liriope 'Just Right'

Liriope Just Right grows as a clump and produces strap like, dark green leaves. Stems rise above the foliage through summer and autumn bearing masses...

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Muscari Blue Magic

“Blue Magic” is a variety of Muscari grown for its dark blue flowers during spring. The small but showy blooms are fragrant and borne on sturdy stems...

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Liriope 'Gold Banded' (Variegated Liriope)

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Liriope Muscari Size: What to Expect

On average, liriope muscari forms tidy, arching clumps that range between 30cm to 45cm tall and about 40cm to 60cm wide at maturity. This compact size makes liriope muscari ideal for a wide variety of landscaping situations, including edging paths, underplanting trees, or mass planting beneath shrubs for year-round interest. The dense, strap-like leaves hold their form well, while lavender flower spikes rise slightly above the foliage during summer and early autumn.

Comparing Liriope Muscari Varieties

Choosing the right liriope form and size ensures your planting plans turn out as expected. For those who need a specific look or scale, it helps to compare the different varieties available:

How Liriope Muscari Size Impacts Planting

The size of liriope muscari influences not just its appearance, but also how you use it in your landscape design. Its moderate dimensions mean it fits equally well in small urban gardens and larger rural properties. Plant liriope muscari at spacings of 30–40cm for an attractive, continuous ground cover, or group individual clumps together for highlights around trees and patios. For larger spaces, consider Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' for a more dramatic sweep of foliage and flowers.

Choosing and Caring for Liriope in Your Garden

No matter the liriope muscari size you need, this plant is renowned for its resilience. It withstands dry shade, coastal exposure, and varied soil types with ease. Prune back tired leaves in late winter or early spring to encourage a fresh flush of growth. For garden designs needing texture, all-season colour, and minimal fuss, Liriope muscari and related varieties are reliable choices.

Explore our full selection, including Liriope 'variegata', Liriope 'Elmarco', and Liriope 'Just Right', to find the perfect liriope muscari size and look for your New Zealand garden.

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