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Black Mondo Grass

Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens'

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Overview

Black Mondo Grass, or Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens,' is a striking, evergreen perennial with near-black, blade-like leaves reaching up to 6 inches in height. The plant forms dense clumps up to 1 foot across, producing small, purplish flowers in summer followed by glossy, black berries. It's excellent for contrast in borders or as a ground cover, thriving in partial to full shade in USDA zones 6-10. Prefers well-drained soil.

Sun Deep Shade, FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–10Climate Temperate
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — evergreen perennial with near-black

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Liliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — pale purple to white flowers that can reach up to 20 inches in height; the plant forms dense clumps
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — black berry-like fruits.<br><br>Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens' is a low-maintenance, image 50
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — Its dramatic hues pair beautifully with lighter; making it a compelling component in any modern
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — requiring minimal care once established; especially in the hotter seasons or in more sun-exposed sites
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — grass / ground cover with pink blooms; especially in the hotter seasons or in more sun-exposed sites
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — grass / ground cover for deep shade or full; making it a compelling component in any modern landscape
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — pink flowers in the garden; cultivated for its color contrast and texture
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — making it a compelling component in any modern landscape composition; the plant forms dense clumps up
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — blade-like leaves reaching up to 6 inches in height; especially in the hotter seasons or, image 59
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — or Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens,' is a striking; the plant forms dense clumps up to, image 57
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — evergreen perennial with near-black; cultivated for its color contrast and texture, image 58
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — The plant forms dense clumps up to 1 foot across; making it a compelling component in any, image 60

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