creeping liriope
Liriope spicata
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 10
Flowers:
Lavender to white Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Low
watering
Creeping liriope (Liriope spicata) requires regular watering. During the growing season, it should receive 1-2 inches of water per week, either from rain or supplemental watering. Water deeply at the base of the plant, taking care to avoid overhead watering. In spring and summer, water more frequently; in fall, reduce watering slightly and during winter, water sparingly. Additionally, it is important to provide adequate drainage; ensure the soil is not soggy or water-logged.
sunlight
Creeping liriope (Liriope spicata) plants prefer full sun for at least 4 hours a day and prefer to grow in spots where they receive direct sunlight in the morning and shade in the afternoon. However, they can tolerate partial shade, such as light dappled shade, for a few hours a day. They do not do well when shaded for the majority of the day, so plants should be placed in an area that receives at least 4 hours of sun each day.
pruning
When it comes to pruning creeping liriope (Liriope spicata), it is best to do so either early spring or late spring, when new growth has just begun on the plant. Pruning should only involve removing dead and brown foliage for a light “tidy up”. Taking off up to a third of the total foliage can be beneficial to encourage bushiness and a fuller shape. When pruning, it is important to keep in mind that although it is important to remove dead foliage, to much trimming can harm the growth and look of the creeping liriope.
