This popular variety of grass has stunning looks and the ability to grow just about anywhere. It is superb for growing in a small container or as for use as a big patch of ground cover. It grows happily in sun or shade – making it perfect for planting in groups in dappled shade around trees.
Ophiopogon Nigres ‘Black Dragon’
This popular variety of grass has stunning looks and the ability to grow just about anywhere. It is superb for growing in a small container or as for use as a big patch of ground cover. It grows happily in sun or shade – making it perfect for planting in groups in dappled shade around trees.
Additional information
| Generic | Ophiopogon |
|---|---|
| Species | Nigres |
| Varietry | 'Black Dragon' |
| Common Name | Black Grass |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Fertile, Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 20cm |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading, Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | black |
| Flowers From | August, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained, Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Divide and replant every 2-3 yrs, Lift and store frost free |
| Border | Rock garden, Scree, Border |
| Toxicity | |
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