Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘nigrescens'

Black Mondo Grass

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Black Mondo Grass, also known as Ophiopogon, is a small ornamental grass that is evergreen, meaning it lives for more than two years. Its black-purple foliage and contrasting pink flowers make it a striking outdoor plant suited for any garden, patio or balcony.

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To see me at my best

Grow me in moist, well-drained soil in either sun or dappled shade. My leaves will become darker in a sunny spot.

Plant Care Tips

Keep me in sun or partial shade.

I love my soil to be moist but not water-logged.

I prefer slightly acidic, fertile and well-drained soil.

About Black Mondo Grass

History

Black Mondo Grass is native to Japan and is often found growing in woodlands. It's a member of the Asparagaceae plant family. The plant has some medicinal uses.

Cultivation

Black Mondo Grass is commonly used in borders as edging plants. It's a very useful ground cover as spreads freely. It is also excellent grown in containers.

Care

Lilyturf likes to be planted in part sun or dappled shade. It prefers moist and fertile soils.

Did you know?

Black Mondo Grass is used in traditional Chinese Medicine to calm irritability. The Royal Horticultural Society has given Ohiopogon the Award of Garden Merit (AGM).