Dwarf black mondo grass is an eye-catching, low-growing perennial prized for its dramatic colour and texture in New Zealand gardens. With its elegant, deep purple-black foliage and tidy, tufted habit, this plant is perfect for creating bold contrast, edging pathways, or filling between pavers. Its compact size makes it ideal for urban gardens, containers, and low-maintenance borders. Gardeners love dwarf black mondo grass not only for its unique look, but also for its versatility and tolerance of shade and drought. Whether you’re updating a contemporary landscape or refreshing a cottage garden, this striking grass will elevate your outdoor space with effortless flair.

Ophiopogon planiscapus, commonly known as Dwarf Lilyturf, is a Mondo grass grown for its fine, dark green foliage and short stature. The foliage is complemented with flower spikes in summer, which bear tiny, lilac flowers as it grows to 20 cm tall and 30 cm wide. Ophiopogon planiscapus is best showcased in mass plantings and is commonly added to rock gardens, used in borders, grown as a ground cover, planted around outdoor living areas, or simply maintained in a container.
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Ophiopogon japonicus nigrescens, commonly known as Black Mondo Grass, is a clump-forming plant with fine, near black foliage. The foliage is complemented with flower spikes in summer, which bear tiny, pale pink flowers as it grows to 20 cm tall and the same width. Ophiopogon japonicus nigrescens nigrescens looks best when mass planted and is commonly used in rock gardens, included in borders, planted as a ground cover, or maintained in a container.
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