Mondo Grass

Mondo Grass Care

Black Mondo Grass

Other names: Lily Turf

What is the plant

Black mondo grass (Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens') isn't a true grass; true grasses belong to the Poaceae family. Black mondo grass is, instead, a tuberous-rooted perennial in the lily family. It's a stemless plant on which the leaves sprout from the ground in clumps. In summer, a single flower stalk sprouts, carrying small, bell-shaped, pinkish flowers. This grass-like plant is often used as a ground cover for semi-shady areas, or in the front of a border or as an edging plant. It's common in rock gardens and valued for its unusual, black foliage. It makes for a great contrast with a plant like Sedum rupestre 'Angelina.'

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Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

6b - 9b

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Mondo grass must be kept consistently moist but not soggy. The hotter the temperature, the more water is required.
Fertilizer
Black mondo grass doesn't require much feeding. A single top-dressing of compost in the spring will suffice.
Sunlight
Black mondo grass tolerates a wide range of sun conditions, but the warmer the climate, the more shade is of benefit.

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Soil
It prefers moist but well-drained soil with ample organic material. The ideal pH is somewhat acidic.
Temperature
Ideal growing conditions are warm but not hot.
Popularity
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