Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens'(Black Mondo Grass)Striking black foliage with small spikes of white lilac flowers with a pink flush followed by shiny black fruits. Prefers partial shade to full sun. Ht. 6 8in. Zone 6. Evergreen. Plant Characteristic Evergreen Exposure Any exposure Color White Height 6in 12in Habit Upright Spacing 6 8in Water Keep soil evenly moist Bloom Time July, August Hardiness Zone 6 Category Ornamental Grasses Sub Category Container Plants

Great in mixed borders

gray-green foliage and a beautiful sculptural form

Acer is Latin for sharp and palmatum means shaped like a hand referring to the shape of the leaves

5”x14”x16”

Palm-shaped spring leaves emerge yellow-green

fading to tan

Part to full shade

compact habit works well as edging or in the front of borders

Attractive to hummingbirds

Ideal for covering fences or masonry

Needles are about half the length of those seen in the species

Beautiful in bouquets