Ophiopogon Black Mondo Grass
Create dramatic contrast with near-black evergreen foliage and dark lavender summer flowers. Black Mondo Grass forms a compact clump of arching purple-black leaves. Small bell-shaped flowers may be followed by decorative purple berries hidden within the foliage.
Growing Guide
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun to Full Shade
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 10
- Mature Height: –0.5'
- Mature Width: –0.5'
- Spacing: 0.5'
- Soil: Slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil
- Water Needs: Moderate
- Growth Rate: Slow
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens'
- Common Name: Black Mondo Grass
- Plant Type: Evergreen Perennial Groundcover
- Bloom Color: Purple
- Season of Interest: Summer, Year-Round
- Foliage: Evergreen
- Growth Habit: Compact, Clumping, and Arching
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Key Features
- Purple-black evergreen foliage
- Dark lavender summer flowers
- Purple ornamental berries
- Compact clumping habit
- Excellent color contrast
Landscape Uses
- Borders
- Containers
- Groundcover plantings
- Shade gardens
- Accent plantings
Planting & Care Tips
- Plant in full sun to full shade.
- Provide moist, well-drained soil.
- Water regularly during establishment.
- Divide mature clumps when additional plants are desired.
Companion Plants
- Ophiopogon Dwarf Mondo
- Heuchera Citronelle
- Carex Evergold
- Hosta First Frost
- Liriope Variegata
Please Note: Our photos represent the variety you will receive. Because plants are living products, size and fullness may vary naturally with the season and stage of growth, while remaining true to the variety shown.
-
We currently have 0 available.
- Inventory on the way
- Georgia Grown
- High Quality Guarantee
Sign up to get notified when this plant comes back in stock!
All plants are shipped through UPS ground services.
Estimated Shipping Time: Your order may ship immediately, however most orders ship in 1-2 business days (we do not ship on weekends) from date of purchase. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.
If you ordered more than one plant, you will receive multiple shipments. This is to get your plants to you as soon as possible. However, shipping schedules can change due to unforeseen events, such as unpredictable weather. We appreciate your patience.
