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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 7–10Type Grass, Ground coverClimate Temperate
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — to maintain its vibrant coloring and healthy growth; especially in the hotter seasons or in more
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — which makes for an excellent ground cover or an eye-catching border along pathways or, image 42Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — making it a compelling component in any modern landscape compositionBlack Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — pink flowers in the gardenBlack Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — strap-like leaves create a lush; the plant forms dense clumps up to 1 foot acrossBlack Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — It adapts to a range of soil types but flourishes in well-draining; making it a compelling componentBlack Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — Prefers well-drained soil+53

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Grass, Ground cover
Family
Liliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — to maintain its vibrant coloring and healthy growth; especially in the hotter seasons or in more
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — which makes for an excellent ground cover or an eye-catching border along pathways or, image 42
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — making it a compelling component in any modern landscape composition
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — pink flowers in the garden
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — strap-like leaves create a lush; the plant forms dense clumps up to 1 foot across
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — It adapts to a range of soil types but flourishes in well-draining; making it a compelling component
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — Prefers well-drained soil
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — It adapts to a range of soil types but flourishes in well-draining
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — Black Mondo Grass prefers partial to full shade, but it can tolerate some morning sun, given adequate
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — presents a strikingly unique appeal in the landscape design with its deep purple to black foliage
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — especially in the hotter seasons or in more sun-exposed sites
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — commonly known as Black Mondo Grass
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — thriving in partial to full shade in USDA zones 6-10; especially in the hotter seasons or in more
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — or Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens,' is a striking; the plant forms dense clumps up to 1 foot
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — presents a strikingly unique appeal in the landscape design with its deep purple to black, image 38
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — pink flowers in the garden; cultivated for its color contrast and texture
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') — fertile loams.<br><br>Periodic watering is necessary; the plant forms dense clumps up to 1 foot across
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — fertile loams.<br><br>Periodic watering is necessary
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — commonly known as Black Mondo Grass; the plant forms dense clumps up to 1 foot across
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — blade-like leaves reaching up to 6 inches in height
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — Black Mondo Grass prefers partial to full shade, but it can tolerate some morning sun, image 43
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') — grass / ground cover for deep shade or full; making it a compelling component in any modern landscape
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