Liriope spicata 'Gin-ryū' (v)
spiked lilyturf 'Gin-ryū'
A rhizomatous, semi-evergreen perennial to 25cm tall, forming a dense clump of grassy leaves which have green and white stripes. In late summer it produces slender, erect spikes of tiny purple flowers. A useful plant for dry shade
Synonyms
Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon'Ophiopogon 'Gin-ryu'
see moreLiriope muscari 'Silver Dragon'
Liriope exiliflora Silvery Sunproof misapplied
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green White | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green White | |||
| Autumn | Purple | Green White | ||
| Winter | Green White |
Position
- Full shade
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Tufted
- Genus
Liriope are evergreen herbaceous perennials forming compact clumps or spreading patches of arching, linear leaves and dense spikes or racemes of small globose flowers, followed by black berries
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in light, moderately fertile, preferably acid, moist but well-drained soil in partial or full shade. Drought tolerant once established
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
- Garden edging
- Ground cover
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to slug damage
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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