Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens'
Black Mondo Grass
Compact, densely growing, clump forming, evergreen, grass-like. Hardy to 5 in protected spot. When grown in full sun in the north, the foliage emerges purplish-green and then turns nearly jet black.
- Height: 6" – 8"
- Width: 8" – 12"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Pink
- Bloom Time: June, July
- Hardiness Zone: 5 To 9

Plant Characteristics
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Attributes
- Container
- Fall Color
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Rounded
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Light Conditions
- Sun to Part Shade
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Flower Color
- Pink
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Flower Hue
- Light
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Flower Type
- Raceme
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Flower Height
- 8" to 12"
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Foliage Color
- Purple
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Leaf Texture
- Fine
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 2"
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Prune Time
- Jan/Feb/March
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- Asia