Ophiopogon planiscapus Nigrescens

Common Name: Black Mondo Grass

Description:
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon planiscapus) is a striking, evergreen, clumping perennial known for its unique deep purple to almost black, strap-like foliage. It is a slow-growing ornamental grass-like plant that forms dense, low-growing mounds, making it an excellent ground cover or accent plant in garden beds, borders, and pots. During late spring to summer, it produces small, bell-shaped, pale purple to lilac flowers that rise above the foliage, followed by small, dark blue berries. Black Mondo Grass thrives in well-drained soil and prefers a part-shade to full-shade position, though it can tolerate some sun. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance, making it a fantastic choice for modern and Japanese-style gardens.

Form:

• Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding
• Ground Cover

Mature Size:

• Height: 20-30 cm
• Width: 30-40 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade
• Full Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Pale Purple
• Lilac

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Disease Resistant
• Herbaceous
• Perennial
• Suitable for Borders
• Drought Tolerant
• Low Maintenance

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Hosta
• Heuchera
• Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)
• Ferns
• Liriope
• Camellia