Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens'
Black Mondo Grass
Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens'
Black Mondo GrassOne of the darkest perennials in existence, this modern grass-like plant features narrow, deep purple to licorice black foliage that spreads slowly to form a thick groundcover or edging. Pale pink, bell-shaped flowers are followed by shiny, deep purple berries in fall. Evergreen in warmer zones; adaptable as a houseplant.
Plant Details
- Zone: 6 - 9
- Height: 4-8"
- Spread: 8-12"
- Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Soil Moisture: Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: No
- Bloom time: Late Summer, Midsummer
- Foliage Color: Near-Black Shades
- Flower Color: Pink Shades
- Fragrant: No
- Good Cut Flower: No
- Native: Not native to North America
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: No
- Bee-friendly: No
- Attracts butterflies: Yes
- Attracts hummingbirds: No
- Groundcover: Yes
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Plant Details
- Zone: 6 - 9
- Height: 4-8"
- Spread: 8-12"
- Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Soil Moisture: Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: No
- Bloom time: Late Summer, Midsummer
- Foliage Color: Near-Black Shades
- Flower Color: Pink Shades
- Fragrant: No
- Good Cut Flower: No
- Native: Not native to North America
- Bee-friendly: No
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: No
- Attracts butterflies: Yes
- Attracts hummingbirds: No
- Groundcover: Yes
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Grower Information
- PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
- Optimal Planting Time: Spring
- Retail Sales Window: Fall, Spring, Summer
- Moisture in Production: Average, Consistent
- Requires Shade in Production: Yes
- Vernalization Required for Bloom: Yes
- Vernalization Beneficial: No
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