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Black Mondo Grass (ophiopogon planiscapus 'nigrescens')

Size
Colour
Almost black

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With its nearly jet-black leaves, this makes a most unique specimen for edging or in the rock garden. Short spikes of pale-pink flowers are followed by black berries in the fall. This is a slow plant to establish, so give it time. For best effect, contrast this with yellow or grey-foliaged plants, such as Golden Creeping Jenny (Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea') or Creeping Lamium (Lamium maculatum). Prefers a sheltered, partially shaded position. In cold winter regions a light winter mulch of evergreen boughs is recommended. This may also be grown in containers and wintered indoors in a sunny window. Evergreen.

USDA Zones: 6-9

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Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist

Care Level
  Moderate


Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Light Pink

Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer

Foliage Color
  Purple Black

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
  Massed
  Specimen

Flower Head Size
  Small

Height
   10-15 cm
   4-6 inches

Spread
   20-30 cm
   8-12 inches

Foot Traffic
   Light

Growth Rate
   Slow



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