Liriope muscari 'Okina'
lily-turf
Liriope muscari 'Okina' is a very striking and unusual colour-changing lily-turf. When it first emerges, the strap like foliage is...
9cm pot
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Plant description
Liriope muscari 'Okina' is a very striking and unusual colour-changing lily-turf. When it first emerges, the strap like foliage is white, but slowly it changes colour, initially becoming lightly speckled and streaked, but then maturing to a rich, deep green.
In late summer masses of violet-blue spiked flowers appear, adding to the br>
An easy to grow, eyecatching, low maintenance evergreen clump-forming plant that will lighten up a shady corner.
In late summer masses of violet-blue spiked flowers appear, adding to the br>
An easy to grow, eyecatching, low maintenance evergreen clump-forming plant that will lighten up a shady corner.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Light shade / shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Liriope muscari Okina:
Liriope thrives in well-drained soil with partial shade, though it can tolerate full sun. When planting in spring or autumn, space the plants 30-45cm (12-18in) apart to allow for their spreading habit.
Regular watering is important during the first few seasons to establish, after which time the plant becomes more tolerant to dry conditions. In early spring, cut back tired leaves to encourage fresh growth, and apply a 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds - this will also protect crowns in colder climates.
Every 3-4 years, lift and divide large clumps in spring to maintain vigour.
Regular watering is important during the first few seasons to establish, after which time the plant becomes more tolerant to dry conditions. In early spring, cut back tired leaves to encourage fresh growth, and apply a 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds - this will also protect crowns in colder climates.
Every 3-4 years, lift and divide large clumps in spring to maintain vigour.
