{"product_id":"big-blue-liriope-monkey-grass","title":"Big Blue Liriope | Monkey Grass","description":"\u003cp\u003eBig Blue Liriope | Monkey Grass\u003cbr\u003eA fast-growing, ultra-low-maintenance ground cover with bold purple-blue flower spikes and year-round dark green foliage—built for every corner of the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Perennial \/ Ornamental grass-like ground cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Full sun to full shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Average; widely adaptable once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: Zones 5–10 \/ Cold, heat, drought, salt, and humidity tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth: 1–2 ft tall and wide \/ Fast growth rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet Safe: Yes—nontoxic  to mildly toxic if ingested in large amounts; no dermatological effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Native to Japan, Taiwan, and China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStunning purple-blue flower spikes rise above the foliage in late summer, lasting up to two months—followed by showy black berries that attract birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in virtually any soil type—clay, sandy, rocky, or shallow—and tolerates full shade, foot traffic, and pollution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer-resistant, rabbit-resistant, and pest-resistant, making it one of the most dependable ground covers available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim back old foliage in late winter to early spring before new growth emerges, cutting down to a few inches above the crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed with a slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage vigorous new growth and strong flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide outer clumps every few years if you want to manage spread or propagate new plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips within 1–3 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packed to protect roots and foliage in transit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeather holds may apply during extreme heat (95°F+) or cold (34°F and below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does Big Blue Liriope get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect arching clumps 1–2 feet tall and 1–2 feet wide. It forms a tidy mound that works beautifully for edging, mass plantings, and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Big Blue Liriope spread?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is rhizomatous and will slowly expand over time, but at a manageable pace—not aggressively like some monkey grass types. Edge the bed or divide every few years to keep it in check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I cut it back?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLate winter to early spring, before new growth pushes. Shear or hand-cut old leaves down to a few inches above the crown to keep the plant looking clean and encourage strong new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Factory Direct","offers":[{"title":"Quart Plant","offer_id":52696260804927,"sku":"QT 400.G000004","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon Plant","offer_id":52696260837695,"sku":"601.0325000-1G","price":45.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/0908\/0639\/files\/big-blue-liriope-2__29956.1715244304.1280.1280.jpg?v=1775317592","url":"https:\/\/www.ardentgardeners.com\/products\/big-blue-liriope-monkey-grass","provider":"Ardent Gardeners","version":"1.0","type":"link"}