Product Description
Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon'
Creeping lilyturf
Zones 4 to 10; Full sun, filtered sun or deep shade.
Mature size 8 to 16 inches height forms a dense grass-like groundcover.
Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon', also known as Silver Dragon Lilyturf, is a captivating variety of Creeping Lilyturf that stands out with its variegated foliage.
This low-maintenance, spreading perennial is a fantastic groundcover for adding texture and brightness to shady areas of the landscape.
- Foliage: Narrow, arching, green leaves adorned with striking silvery-white stripes. The variegation creates a beautiful contrast and adds brightness to shady spots.
- Flowers: In late summer, it produces spikes of lavender-blue flowers that rise above the foliage, adding a touch of color.
- Growth Habit: Spreads moderately through rhizomes, forming a dense mat that effectively covers the ground.
- Height: 8-12 inches
- Spread: 12-24 inches
- Hardiness Zones: 4-10
- Light: Thrives in full sun to full shade, making it a versatile choice for various locations in the landscape.
- Soil: Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, but prefers moist, well-drained soil.
- Water: Drought tolerant once established, but benefits from regular watering during hot, dry periods.
Benefits:
- Attractive Variegation: The silvery-white stripes on the foliage add a unique touch to the landscape and brighten up shady areas.
- Excellent Groundcover: Forms a dense mat that effectively suppresses weeds and prevents erosion.
- Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care once established, making it a popular choice for busy gardeners.
- Versatile: Thrives in a wide range of light conditions, from full sun to full shade.
- Deer Resistant: Generally unpalatable to deer and rabbits.
Growing Tips:
- Planting: Space plants 12-15 inches apart for groundcover or mass plantings.
- Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, it can tolerate drier conditions.
- Fertilizing: Not generally required, but a light application of fertilizer in spring can promote growth.
- Mowing: Mow or trim back old foliage in early spring to encourage fresh growth and maintain a tidy appearance.
- Controlling Spread: While less aggressive than other Liriope varieties, it can still spread. Consider using edging or planting in contained areas to prevent it from overtaking other plants.
If you are looking for a low-maintenance, attractive groundcover that can brighten up shady areas of your landscape, Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon' is an excellent choice. Its striking variegation and adaptability make it a valuable addition to any garden. 'Silver Dragon' is great for lighting up a dark area.
Eighteen (18) plants in 3.5-inch containers per flat (or tray).
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
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This was my 3rd order from you and I’m very pleased with the quality of the plants. All 3 orders arrived in great shape. The plants in the earlier orders have all grown well. Very happy to have found your company.
