Liriope m. ‘Monroe White’ (3.5 inch pot)

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Liriope muscari ‘Monroe’s White’ (3.5-inch pot)Monroe’s White Lily Turf

• Height: 12-15 Inches
• Spread: 12-18 Inches
• Hardiness Zone: 5/6-10
• Requires Shade
• Evergreen – cut back late Winter
• White flower spikes- Mid-Summer
• Stays in clump form – no rhizomes
• Good choice for borders and edging
• Also suitable for ground cover and mass planting
• Moderately salt tolerant

Liriope muscari ‘Monroe White’ has ½” wide, dark green leaf blades. Blooms with full, white flower spikes mid-Summer. Monroe White Liriope stays in clump form. It does not spread by rhizomes. Perfect for borders, edging and mixed beds. Also used for erosion control on banks, slopes, large bed plantings and in woodland gardens. This Liriope requires shade.

Liriope grass, also called lilyturf, border grass, or monkey grass, looks a lot like a grass, but actually is a member of the asparagus family, Asparagaceae,

Liriope tolerates a wide range of soils and soil conditions, though it doesn’t like constantly wet or boggy soil.During the first growing season, water the plants regularly, at least 1 inch of water per week. Once established, liriope plants are relatively drought-tolerant.

Liriope can be mow during the late winter or early spring before new growth begins.

Use liriope as a groundcover, an edging plant to mark pathways or borders, naturalize under large trees, and in mass plantings for erosion control. A dense mat of liriope can stabilize soil on slopes and ditch banks. Liriope is a low-maintenance plant that is drought and deer-resistant.

Liriope muscari ‘Monroe’s White’ is a lovely choice for Southern gardens! It is prized for its pure white flower spikes that bloom in summer, offering a refreshing contrast against its lush, dark green foliage.

Here is a breakdown of what makes ‘Monroe’s White’ special:

• Elegant Blooms: The pure white flower spikes create a beautiful display in the summer garden.
• Clump-forming Habit: It grows in neat, well-behaved clumps, making it ideal for borders, edging, and mass plantings.
• Shade-Tolerant: Thrives in shady areas where other plants may struggle, making it perfect for those tricky spots in your garden.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, it is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant.
• Attracts Pollinators: The flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Tips for Growing ‘Monroe’s White’

• Planting Time: Spring or fall is the best time to plant.
• Light: While it tolerates shade, some morning sun or filtered sunlight will encourage better flowering.
• Soil: Plant in well-drained soil, as it does not like to be constantly wet.
• Watering: Water regularly until established, then only during prolonged dry periods.
• Pruning: Cut back the foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth appears to tidy up the plant and promote fresh growth.

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