1-gallon pot of Liriope Spicata Silver Dragon, a vigorous spreader grown in zones 5-10. Silver variegated foliage with lavender flowers.
Liriope Spicata 'Silver Dragon'
Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon' is a beautiful and popular cultivar of lilyturf. It is known for its variegated foliage and dense, clumping growth habit. It is a native of Japan and Korea.
Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon' grows to a height of 10-12 inches and a width of 15-18 inches. It has narrow, grass-like leaves that are dark green with silvery white stripes. The leaves are evergreen, so they provide year-round interest.
Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon' blooms in late summer and early fall with spikes of pale purple flowers. The flowers are not showy, but they are attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.
Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon' is a low-maintenance plant that prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.
Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon' is a good choice for borders, mass plantings, and containers. It is also a popular choice for groundcover and erosion control.
Here are some tips for growing Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon':
- Plant in a location that receives full sun to partial shade.
- Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter before planting.
- Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Remove spent flower spikes to encourage new growth.
- Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Liriope spicata 'Silver Dragon' is a beautiful and versatile plant that can add a touch of color and texture to any garden.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
