Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens' |
+ Add |
Black Mondo-Grass |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer:
Description
This plant makes a tuft of approximately 8" and is about 1' wide. It has very unusual leaves that start out green and turn black in a couple of weeks. It has pink summer flowers but is grown for the unusual black foliage.
-
Anatomy
-
Culture
-
Design
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Purple
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Blue
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.