Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigresseris'
Common Name(s):
Black mondo grass
Black Lily turf
Synonym:
Ophiopogon arabicus
Ebony Knight
Flower:
Pink
Blooms :
Jun
to:
Jul
6 tepaled bell shaped
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
NO
Family:
Asparagaceae
Herbaceous Plant, Perennial
Foliage:
Dark blackish
Linear leaves 3/16" side
Fall Color?
YES
Evergreen
Evergreen
Photo by:
Heading 6
Foliage remains evergreen
Oregon Native?
NO
West State Native?
NO
Origins:
Japan
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
6
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Partial Sun
Deer Resistant?
YES
Firewise?
YES
Height:
.75-1'
Spread:
.75-1'
Growth Rate:
Slow
Native Habitat:
Open forested areas
Soil:
Rich humusy
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Medium
Fertilizer:
Balanced slow-release fertilizer or compost applied in early spring
Mulch:
Apply 2" layer ofcompost, shredded bark or light stone in late fall
Keep soil consistently moist, needs well-drained humus rich soil, cut back in early spring, apply balanced slow-release fertilizer, mulch in winter
Long Term:
Winter:
Make sure plant is mulched, drastically reduce watering
Spring:
Trim back winter-damaged, brown, or dead foliage to 4-6" above ground, divide if needed, apply top dressing of compost, ensure soil stays moist, monitor for pests
Summer:
Water regularly, afternoon shade is critical in hot summer, prefers well-drained humusy soil, can remove dead leaves if desired
Fall:
Reduce watering as winter approaches, apply mulch if not done in summer
General Care Comments:
Give full sun, consistent watering, rich humusy soil, tidy up in spring, top dress to encourage growth, divided devery 2-3 years in early spring
Common Problems
Waterlogged soils, scorching in direct sun
Diseases:
Root rot in waterloffed soil, foliage burn in summer heat, leaf spots
Insects:
Aphids, spider mites, scale
Environmental Problems:
Excessive moisture, leaf scorch, slow growth, scale insect infestations
Pests:
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