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2L pot shown; pictured in March
2L pot shown; pictured in March
Ophiopogon plan. 'Nigrescens'
Ophiopogon plan. 'Nigrescens'
Ophiopogon plan. 'Nigrescens'
Ophiopogon plan. 'Nigrescens'
Ophiopogon plan. 'Nigrescens'
Ophiopogon plan. 'Nigrescens'

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Black Lilyturf

Ophiopogon plan. 'Nigrescens'

Ophiopogon plan. 'Nigrescens'

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Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘Kokuryū’ (Black Mondo Grass) is an evergreen perennial grown for its near-black leaves that forms dense clumps at ground level. Growers can expect small purplish flowers from June, followed by glistening black berries.
Choose a size: 2L pot

Plant height is measured from the base of the pot to the top of the plant. Heights are approximate and may vary with season.

The most common sized pots we sell from our nursery are 9cm, 17cm (2L), 19cm (3L) and 22.5cm (5L).

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Key features

Ophiopogon plan. 'Nigrescens' (Black Lilyturf)

The dark foliage of the Black Lilyturf offers a stark contrast against pale paving, gravel and typical green-leaved plants.

Fully hardy across much of the UK (RHS H5 rated), this plant prefers full or part sun. Grow in moist but well-drained, slightly acidic soil for best results.

This plant has been awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit - a sure sign that this plant will be a dependable grower in any British garden.
  • Suitable for container growing
    Perfect for pots
  • Suitable for mixed borders
    Suited to mixed borders
  • Low maintenance plant
    Low maintenance
  • Frost tolerant plant
    Frost tolerant

Plant background

Botanical Name: Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Kokuryū' Common Name: Black Lilyturf Genus: Ophiopogon
Plant Type: Grasses Native Area: Japan Colour(s): Black, Purple, and Pink

Characteristics

Eventual Height: ~0-0.5m Eventual Spread: ~0-0.5m Hardiness: H5 (Fully Hardy)
Life Cycle: Evergreen Preferred Sunlight: Part Sun Preferred Soil: Most soil types

Seasonal information

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