Giant Lily Turf (Ophiopogon jaburan)

Giant Lily Turf
Scientific Name: Ophiopogon jaburan Lodd.
Synonym: Liriope gigantea
Family: Liliaceae

Show Larger Picture Recommended Temperature Zone:
sunset: 5-9,12-31
USDA: 7-10

Heat Tolerance: Light shade in Phoenix
Sun Exposure: Part shade to full sun
Origin: Japan
Growth Habits: Evergreen spreading perennial, up to 2 feet tall (40 cm), 3 feet spread (90 cm)
Watering Needs: Regular to moderate, ideally, keep moist but well drained
Propagation: Division in early spring, seeds in the fall. The seeds might be inferior to their parents

The giant lily turf can be planted as an edging or tall ground cover. It doesn't creep. It is very often found in nurseries as "Liriope gigantea".

Blooming Habits:
Small white or pale lavender flower spikes in mid summer. They are followed by violet fruits. The fruit bearing spikes are attractive and can be used in floral arrangements.

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