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Ophiopogon Short Black

Ophiopogon Short Black

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Black Mondo Grass, Ophiopogon Short Black

Ophiopogon Short Black is a variety of the commonly known, Mondo Grass, and is grown for its fine, near black foliage. The foliage is complemented with flower spikes in summer which bear tiny, lilac flowers as it grows to 7 cm tall and the same wide. Ophiopogon Short Black looks best when mass planted and is commonly used in rock gardens, included in borders, grown as a ground cover, planted around outdoor living areas, or simply grown in a container.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Grasses
Height:	7 cm
Spread:	7 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Hardy
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Black Mondo Grass, Ophiopogon Short Black

Ophiopogon Short Black Details

Ophiopogon Short Black is a variety of the commonly known, Mondo Grass, and is grown for its fine, near black foliage. The foliage is complemented with flower spikes in summer which bear tiny, lilac flowers and are followed by blue-black berries. It typically grows to 7 cm tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It will tolerate frost, cool climates, and dry periods once established. Ophiopogon Short Black looks best when mass planted and is commonly used in rock gardens, included in borders, grown as a ground cover, planted around outdoor living areas, or simply grown in a container.