Emerald Goddess Lilyturf
Best low-maintenance groundcover for gardeners seeking year-round evergreen color.
The Emerald Goddess® Lilyturf is a superior evergreen groundcover prized for its dark green foliage that maintains color throughout the winter. This variety exhibits high resistance to crown rot and offers good cold and drought tolerance once established. It produces more intense purple flowers that last longer than standard types. Ideal for use along the front of borders, as edging, or for mass planting, it provides excellent texture and year-round visual appeal in the landscape. Regular watering is needed initially, but it becomes quite resilient. Prune old foliage in spring for a tidy look.
$19.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1020
/ 2713
#1020 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-54%
Below average
Mature Height
24
/ inches
Who it's for
- Homeowners living in areas with high deer and rabbit populations
- Busy gardeners needing low-maintenance, heat-tolerant groundcover
- Landscape designers seeking lush greenery for deep shade
Who should skip it
- Gardeners managing sites with heavy, poorly draining soil
- Budget-conscious gardeners wanting rapid, expansive ground coverage
- Low-effort gardeners avoiding seasonal maintenance tasks
Performance breakdown
Winter Foliage Retention
Maintains deep, vibrant green color even through the harshest winter months.
Disease Resistance
Superior defense against crown rot ensures a healthier, longer-lasting landscape investment.
Environmental Resilience
Exceptional cold and drought tolerance simplifies long-term maintenance for busy gardeners.
Bloom Quality
Produces deeper, more saturated purple blooms that outlast standard market varieties.
Landscape Versatility
Perfectly suited for borders, mass plantings, or as a structural edging.
Maintenance Ease
Requires only a simple spring pruning to keep the foliage looking pristine.
Key Specs
Mature Height
24 inches
Mature Width
30 inches
Light Needs
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Bloom Time
Summer
Hardiness Zone
5+
Family Name
Lily Turf
Genus Name
Liriope
Features
- Foliage remains dark green throughout winter
- High resistance to crown rot
- Good cold and drought tolerance
- Flowers are a more intense purple
- Longer-lasting flowers
- Uniform flower size
- drought tolerant
- cold tolerant
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Emerald Goddess Lilyturf, noting the plants arrive robust and healthy. The primary theme is reliability, as gardeners appreciate how easily this variety establishes and thrives, even in challenging shaded areas. Its low maintenance nature provides excellent long term value, making it a dependable choice for borders and groundcover. This consistent performance justifies the premium pricing for many consumers seeking guaranteed success.
Know before you buy
Yes, this variety is an evergreen groundcover. Its foliage maintains a deep, dark green color throughout the winter months, providing consistent visual interest in your landscape.
Emerald Goddess is versatile and can be planted in areas ranging from partial shade to full sun. This flexibility makes it a great choice for various spots in your garden, including along borders or as a mass planting.
Once the plants are established in your landscape, they exhibit good drought tolerance. However, you should provide regular watering during the initial planting phase to help the root system develop properly.
To keep the plant looking tidy and encourage healthy new growth, prune away any old or damaged foliage in the early spring. This simple maintenance step ensures the plant remains uniform and vibrant throughout the growing season.
Emerald Goddess is specifically bred for superior performance, featuring higher resistance to crown rot and more intense, longer-lasting purple flowers. It also offers a more uniform growth habit compared to common varieties.
This Lilyturf is hardy in zones 5 and above. It is specifically noted for its cold tolerance, making it a reliable option for gardeners in regions that experience colder winters.
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