Liriope ‘Silver Dragon’ – Silver Dragon Lilyturf is a low-maintenance, evergreen groundcover featuring striking silvery-green variegated foliage and lavender flower spikes in late summer to early fall. This drought-tolerant, deer-resistant perennial is highly adaptable, thriving in full sun to partial shade and tolerating a variety of soil conditions. With its clump-forming, spreading habit, Silver Dragon is perfect for border edging, erosion control, and foundation plantings. Whether used as a groundcover, container accent, or pathway edging, this hardy, fast-growing perennial adds year-round texture and brightness to any landscape.

Why Choose Liriope ‘Silver Dragon’ – Silver Dragon Lilyturf?

• Unique Silvery-Green Foliage: Adds contrast and texture to both sun and shade gardens.
• Low-Maintenance & Deer-Resistant: Thrives in different soil conditions and resists browsing from deer.
• Great for Groundcover & Borders: Forms a dense mat that helps prevent erosion and suppress weeds.

Cultivating Tips:

• Grows best in partial shade to full sun, tolerating a variety of light conditions.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil, though it adapts to dry and compacted soils.
• Trim back old foliage in early spring to encourage fresh, vibrant new growth.

Design Ideas for Your Garden:

Liriope ‘Silver Dragon’ is perfect for border edging, groundcover plantings, and mass landscaping. Its silvery foliage and purple flower spikes create a stunning contrast when paired with ferns, hostas, and other shade-loving perennials. Use it to line walkways, enhance rock gardens, or as a lawn alternative in low-maintenance landscapes.

Ecological Benefits:

While Liriope ‘Silver Dragon’ is not a native species, its dense growth habit helps stabilize soil and retain moisture, making it a great choice for erosion control. Additionally, its flowers provide a nectar source for late-season pollinators, supporting a balanced garden ecosystem.

Since Liriope ‘Silver Dragon’ is not a native species, consider these native alternatives available at Bumbee’s:

• Carex appalachica – Appalachian Sedge – A fine-textured, shade-tolerant native sedge that forms soft, flowing tufts, ideal for woodland gardens.
• Panicum amarum – Bitter Panic Grass – A native ornamental grass with blue-green foliage that thrives in sandy and well-drained soils.
• Little Bluestem – Andropogon scoparium (Schizachyrium scoparium) – A native grass with blue-green summer foliage that turns striking copper-orange in fall.