Ophiopogon planiscapus, black mondo grass, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a small evergreen perennial growing to 20 cm (8 in) tall by 30 cm (12 in)wide. It grows from short rhizomes, and bears tufts of grasslike leaves, from which purple or white flowers emerge in racemes held on short stems above the leaves. It is native to Japan, where it grows on open and forested slopes.
Black Mondo Grass Care
Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens'
Other names: Black Lily-turf
What is the plant
humidity
Normal
lighting
Full Sun
hardiness zone
5 - 10
difficulty
Medium
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.
Pruning
Prune the black mondo grass to 4 to 6 inches from the garden surface using lopping or pruning shears. Blades should be sharpened to make clean, even cuts. Avoid cutting any new growth since this will create a jagged appearance to the plant leaves.
Fertilizer
Black mondo grass doesn't require much feeding. A single topdressing of compost in the spring will suffice.
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Sunlight
Full sun to part shade
Soil
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained Soil pH: 5.5 to 6.5
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