Ophiopogon planiscapus - 'Nigrescens' (Lily Turf)

Type Grass, Evergreen, Ground cover, Flowering
Form Spiky Foliage / Spiky Upright Form, Architectural Form
Size Low Border / Edging / Ground Cover Plant (up to 50cm height)
Colours White Flowers (Summer)
Care Regular Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Frost hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth Slow Growing Plant
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Plant Strengths: Sun loving drought tolerant plant; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Suitable for container growing; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Fruit / berry producing; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils.


Design & Plant Use for Ophiopogon planiscapus:
  • Evergreen ground cover suitable for problematic dry soils in full sun
  • Ornamental grass for summer long foliage interest
  • Architectural plant with dramatic foliage suitable for hot dry spot
  • Ornamental grass ideal for drift planting in a sunny spot


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