Scientific name: Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘Nigrescens’

Common name: black mondo grass

Family name: Asparagaceae

USDA Hardiness Zone: zone 6 – 9

Mature height and spread: 0.75 – 1 feet height, 0.75 – 1 feet spread

Sun: full sun to part shade

Water Use: medium

Soil Requirement: medium moisture, well-drained soil

Flower/cone/fruit description(s): bloom time is from July to August, pink

Suitable uses: medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade

Quick ID description: Low maintenance, Herbaceous perennial, tough plant, evergreen, black leaves, pink flower, be careful to use it, expensive in demand, tolerant shade