Common name:Black Mondo-Grass
Botanical name:Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens'
This plant makes a tuft of approximately 8" and is about 1' wide. It has very unusual leaves that start out green and turn black in a couple of weeks. It has pink summer flowers but is grown for the unusual black foliage.
Common name:Big Blue Lily Turf
Botanical name:Liriope muscari
Grass-like clumps of dark green leaves 1" wide up to 18" long are found on the Liriope muscari. It can reach a height of 12"-15", and dark blue flowers spikes can be seen held above the leaves during the summer. This is an excellent border, accent or ground cover plant that requires part shade exposure.
| Designer: Brooke Dietrich | Corridor Steps |
Photographer: GardenSoft |
Soils and Compost:
Incorporate compost 6" into your soil to retain water, reduce compaction, feed earthworms, and provide valuable nutrients to your plants.
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.
Integrated Pest Management:
Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.