Mr Maple Ophiopogon planiscapus Mondo Grass
Best architectural groundcover for modern minimalist garden designs.
This is the ultimate moody groundcover for gardeners who want to break up monotonous greenery with high-contrast, near-black foliage. It grows slowly and requires patience, but the year-round architectural impact it provides in shaded beds or rock gardens is unmatched by any standard grass.
$30.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-contrast textures for modern landscape designs.
- Busy homeowners looking for sophisticated, set-and-forget groundcover options.
- Landscapers needing reliable plants for varying light exposures.
Who should skip it
- Impatient planters wanting immediate full coverage for large garden beds.
- Gardeners with heavy clay or poorly draining soil conditions.
- Budget-conscious decorators planning to cover extensive outdoor spaces.
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
The near-black foliage creates unmatched contrast against lighter garden elements.
Growth Rate
Slow-spreading habit requires patience but rewards with dense, tidy clumps.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to rock gardens, containers, or shaded border edges.
Maintenance Ease
Once established, this evergreen perennial demands very little seasonal attention.
Climate Adaptability
Thrives across a wide range of zones from 5 through 10.
Seasonal Interest
Year-round foliage is the star, supplemented by subtle summer blooms.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens'
Mature Height
0.83 feet
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-10
Light Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Soil Type
Well-Drained
Bloom Time
Summer
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Ornamental Grass
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