Liriope muscari 'Christmas Tree'

Big Blue Lilyturf

Liriope muscari ‘Christmas Tree’ (Lilyturf) is an evergreen, clump-forming perennial with arching, strap-like dark green foliage and dense spikes of lavender-purple flowers in late summer to early fall, followed by dark berries. This cultivar is noted for staying in a clump rather than spreading aggressively, making it useful for neat edging and controlled mass plantings.  

Type: Perennial
Mature Size: 12–18" W × 10–14" H
USDA Zones: 6a–10b
Form: Clump-forming, arching

Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil / Water: Well-drained, acidic to neutral soils; moderate water, prefers even moisture but tolerates drought once established
Bloom Time / Length: Late summer to early fall; moderate to long-lasting (about 3–6 weeks)

Wildlife: Bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for edging, borders, mass plantings, and groundcover in sun to shade. Its tidy clumping habit makes it a good choice where you want the look of liriope without aggressive spread. The evergreen foliage and late-season flower spikes provide long-lasting structure and color.

Care:
Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Plant in well-drained soil and water regularly during establishment. It adapts well to shade and dry conditions once established, but performs best with consistent moisture and protection from poorly drained sites. 

Plant type

Perennial

Height

10-14"

Width

12-18"

Hardiness zones

5–10

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Fall, Late Summer

Flower color

Lavender, Pink

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Acidic, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Arching, Clumping

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No