{"product_id":"liriope-spicata","title":"Liriope spicata","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiriope spicata\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dense spreading ground cover prized for its arching grass like foliage and spikes of lavender to purple flowers in late summer. Often called creeping lilyturf, it forms vigorous colonies that provide year round texture and erosion control. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 - 15 in x 12 - 24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late summer to early fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to full shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable to a variety of soils; prefers moist, well drained soil but tolerates clay and dry conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiriope spicata is native to East Asia, including China and Vietnam. Widely used in ornamental landscapes for its adaptability and evergreen ground cover qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts small native bees and honeybees to its late summer flower spikes when few other plants are in bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense foliage offers shelter for ground beetles and predatory insects that help control pests in shaded garden beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 12 - 18 in apart for quick mat formation and full coverage in mass plantings or erosion control zones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for slopes, under trees, shaded walkways, and between stepping stones. Effective for suppressing weeds and reducing soil runoff in hard to plant areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAjuga reptans (Bugleweed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers bold foliage colors and spring blooms that contrast well with Liriope’s grassy form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDryopteris marginalis (Marginal Wood Fern)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Pairs well in woodland settings with complementary form and moisture preferences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea quercifolia (Oakleaf Hydrangea)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides upright structure and large summer blooms above the low arching sedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarex oshimensis 'Evergold'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings variegated foliage and similar cultural needs for a layered evergreen ground layer.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHosta 'Francee'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds large green and white variegated leaves that provide dramatic texture contrast in shade gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45921915601057,"sku":"G LIRIOPE SPICATA","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/liripspic.jpg?v=1588250414","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/liriope-spicata","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}