Variegated Liriope
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking pest-resistant, evergreen landscape borders.
Elevate your garden with the Variegated Liriope, a resilient perennial celebrated for its striking grass-like foliage adorned with creamy yellow stripes. This plant offers a low-maintenance appeal, complemented by subtle purple blooms that appear in late summer. It thrives in warmer climates, maintaining its evergreen beauty. Highly resistant to common garden pests like deer and rabbits, as well as drought, it's an excellent choice for borders, groundcovers, or container plantings. For optimal growth, ensure well-drained soil and provide exposure to partial shade or full sun. This plant is suited for USDA Zones 6-10.
$34.49
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Price vs Category Average
+25%
Above average
USDA Hardiness Zones
610
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Who it's for
- Busy gardeners needing low-maintenance, adaptable landscape fillers
- Designers seeking consistent, year-round color and texture
- Homeowners living in areas with high deer and pest populations
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting low-effort, non-invasive plant varieties
- People looking for completely maintenance-free landscaping solutions
- Families with curious pets or small children
Performance breakdown
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention once established in the landscape.
Pest Resilience
Naturally deters common garden nuisances like deer and rabbits.
Visual Impact
Striking variegated foliage provides year-round texture and color contrast.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives across a broad range of light and soil conditions.
Drought Tolerance
Maintains structural integrity even during periods of limited water.
Versatility
Functions equally well as a border, groundcover, or container accent.
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
6-10
Mature Height
12-15 inches
Mature Spread
12-18 inches
Bloom Period
Late Summer
Light Exposure
Partial Shade to Full Sun
Scientific Name
Liriope muscari 'Variegata'
Container sizes available
#1 Pot, #2 Pot, #3 Pot, 4.5" Pot, Quart Pot, 2.5 Quart Pot
Life Cycle
Perennial
Features
- Striking variegated foliage with yellow stripes
- Attractive purple blooms in late summer
- Evergreen in warmer climates
- Resistant to deer, rabbits, and drought
- Ideal for borders and groundcovers
- Low-maintenance landscape solution
- Attracts butterflies
- Comes with a Free 1-Year Warranty
What customers say
Customers express overwhelming satisfaction regarding the quality and reliable shipping of the Variegated Liriope. Reviewers consistently praise the meticulous packaging ensuring plants arrive healthy, robust, and well-hydrated, often surpassing expectations in size. The vibrant variegation is true to images, immediately enhancing garden aesthetics. Buyers value the inherent hardiness, noting quick establishment and vigorous growth, confirming the Liriope's durability. The excellent value proposition is frequently highlighted, as customers feel they receive substantial, high-quality nursery stock for the price. The consensus confirms the plants are healthy and viable upon arrival, building strong trust in the supplier's commitment to quality live goods.
Know before you buy
This plant is evergreen in warmer climates and is hardy in USDA Zones 6-10. In the colder end of its range, the foliage may die back slightly, but it will return as a perennial in the spring.
Variegated Liriope is quite versatile and performs well in anything from partial shade to full sun. For the most vibrant foliage color, providing at least a few hours of direct sun is recommended.
Yes, this variety is highly resistant to both deer and rabbits, making it a reliable choice for landscapes where these animals are common. It is a great low-maintenance option for areas that are frequently browsed.
Since the mature spread is 12-18 inches, you should space your plants about 12 to 15 inches apart on center. This spacing allows the plants to fill in nicely to create a dense, uniform carpet.
Once established, Variegated Liriope is notably drought-tolerant. While it prefers moderate watering to look its best, it does not require constant attention and can handle dry spells better than many other ornamental grasses.
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