Monkeygrass is a name for two similar plants that are popular for borders and groundcover. Also known as lilyturf, both types of monkeygrass are versatile, being able to handle sun, shade, and different soils. Trouble is, one of them is a very aggressive bully (liriope spicata). It sends out shoots and spreads far and wide. While you may have tried pulling or tilling, few things can control it.
Monkeygrass is a tough customer. You may need to use a control product such as Roundup® Poison Ivy & Tough Brush Killer several times. Just be patient: it will work.
Monkeygrass is the popular name for two look-alike plants that are used for borders and groundcovers. One type, liriope muscari, is well-mannered and stays where you plant it. The other kind, liriope spicata, is very aggressive and difficult to control.
