Big Blue Lilyturf Ornamental Grasses (Liriope Muscari Big Blue)

Big Blue Lilyturf Ornamental Grasses Description

Big Blue Lilyturf is a hardy, clump forming perennial prized for its versatile use in gardens and its year round visual appeal. This evergreen ornamental grass features arching, strap like green foliage that forms dense tufts, creating a neat, tidy look. In late summer and early autumn, it produces upright spikes of purple lavender flowers, which contrast beautifully with the foliage and add seasonal colour. After flowering, the plant develops small, dark purple black berries, offering additional ornamental value.

Growing to a height of approximately 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 inches) with a similar spread, it is a reliable choice for a variety of garden settings, including borders, edging, ground cover, or as an underplanting for trees and shrubs. Its ability to thrive in a range of light and soil conditions makes it a favourite for low maintenance and adaptable landscaping.

Pruning Advice

Pruning: In late winter or early spring, trim back the foliage to about 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) to remove any old, damaged, or unsightly leaves. This encourages fresh, healthy growth for the new season.

Division: Every 2 to 3 years, divide crowded clumps in spring or autumn to maintain vigour and prevent overcrowding. This is also a great way to propagate new plants.

Watering: Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year after planting, to help the plant establish. Mature plants are moderately drought tolerant.

Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth and flowering.

Further Information

Evergreen Foliage: Maintains its lush green foliage throughout the year, providing structure and colour even in winter.

Seasonal Interest: Showy purple lavender flowers in late summer and attractive berries in autumn offer extended seasonal interest.

Shade Tolerant: Thrives in partial or full shade, making it an ideal choice for areas where other plants may struggle, such as under trees.

Low Maintenance: Once established, it requires minimal care and can adapt to various soil and light conditions.

Erosion Control: Its dense root system helps stabilise soil, making it useful for slopes and banks.

Wildlife Friendly: The flowers and berries attract pollinators and birds, adding ecological value to your garden.

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £100 | or £7.99 charge.

* Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £100 | or £14.99 charge.

* Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £60 charge.

* Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £1500 | or £450 charge.