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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeperennial
Distribution
Ophiopogon planiscapus Nigrescens
Black Lilyturf
Flower Color
Description
An evergreen perennial to 20cm, forming dense tufts of arching, narrowly strap-shaped, leathery black leaves 20-30cm in length. Racemes of small purplish flowers, followed by glossy black berries
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-10
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
City and courtyard gardensCoastalRock gardenCottage and informal gardenPatio and container plantsLow MaintenanceBanks and slopesFlower borders and bedsGarden edgingGround coverUnderplanting of roses and shrubs
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| VS9063H | €17.50 | |
| VS9063JB | €4.76 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.