Buy Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens Nana'
Also Known As
- Ophiopogon planiscapus nigrescens 'Nana'
Plant type
perennial, groundcover, grass / grass like
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 6"-18"
planting zones
- 6a-10b
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Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens Nana' plant details
Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens Nana' is an evergreen perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance) with black foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens Nana'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen black
- Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
- Uses: unique, woodland plant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens Nana'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens Nana' plant
How to Grow Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens Nana'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- black
Flower Color
- lavender
Fruit
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Ophiopogon japonica 'Nana', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanum', Dwarf Mondo Grass, Dwarf Mondo Grass ~ Green
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
7a-10a
Size
Height: 2"-8"
Width: 6"-20"
- sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Mondo Grass
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Ophiopogon japonicus 'Albo-striatus', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Aritake', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Aritaki', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Silver Mist', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Variegata', Silver Mondo Grass, Variegata Silver Mist Mondo Grass
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-15"
Width: 15"-36"
- sun - shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Ophiopogon japonicus 'Gyoku-ryu', Dwarf Mondo Grass
Plant Type
Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 2"-3"
Width: 8"-12"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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