Black Mondo, Black Mondo Grass, Black Lilyturf, Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Black Dragon', Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigra', Ophiopogon 'Black Dragon', Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Ebony Night', Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Arabicus'
Stunning contrast for the front of the border with exceptional, dense, purple-black, grass-like foliage. Produces dark lavender flowers in summer that are followed by purple berries in fall, creating additional interest in the landscape. Use en masse as edging, or tuck into mixed containers. Evergreen.
| Plant Type | Ornamental Grasses |
| Hardiness Zone | 6-11 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
| Height | 6" - 12" (in) |
| Spread | 6" - 12" (in) |
| Spacing | 9"-12" (in) |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
| Attracts | Wildlife |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
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Image © Monrovia
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Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens' (Black Mondo)
Black Mondo, Black Mondo Grass, Black Lilyturf, Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Black Dragon', Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigra', Ophiopogon 'Black Dragon', Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Ebony Night', Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Arabicus'
Stunning contrast for the front of the border with exceptional, dense, purple-black, grass-like foliage. Produces dark lavender flowers in summer that are followed by purple berries in fall, creating additional interest in the landscape. Use en masse as edging, or tuck into mixed containers. Evergreen. |
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