Plant Delights Ophiopogon planiscapus Kokuryu
Best dramatic groundcover for modern shade garden enthusiasts.
This is the ultimate moody groundcover for shaded corners, offering a striking, near-black texture that makes lighter plants pop. It grows slowly, which requires patience, but the payoff is a sophisticated, evergreen mat that thrives in dry shade and ignores hungry deer.
$23.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, modern aesthetic for their landscape
- Low-maintenance homeowners wanting durable, evergreen groundcover
- Landscapers needing a flexible plant for varying light exposures
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners looking for immediate, dense ground coverage
- Budget-conscious planters working on large-scale restoration projects
- Growers with poorly draining clay soil or swampy garden patches
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Deep black foliage creates an unmatched, moody contrast in any landscape.
Shade Adaptability
Thrives in darker corners where most flowering plants struggle to survive.
Maintenance Ease
Slow growth habit minimizes the need for frequent pruning or containment.
Pest Resilience
Reliably deters deer and rabbits, keeping your garden beds intact.
Climate Versatility
Best suited for warmer zones; requires protection in colder northern climates.
Drought Tolerance
Once established, it handles dry spells better than most ornamental grasses.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Kokuryu'
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Mature Height
0.5 feet
Mature Spread
1.5 feet
USDA Hardiness Zone
7.0
Light Exposure
Partial Sun, Full Shade
Watering Needs
Moderate
Bloom Time
Summer
Flower Color
White
Foliage Type
Evergreen
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