Contest Begun February 2000

This contest was won by Carrie Kelly who submitted the correct answer on Thursday, February 24th, at 15:42 ET

If you would like to try your hand at guessing the correct answer, the clues available when the contest was won are provided below. The correct answer can be displayed at the bottom of the page.

1. This plant is a native of the Western Hemisphere.
2. This plant grows to approximately 6 m (20 ft) in height.
3. The pinnately compound leaves of this plant are 2.5-7.5 cm (1-3 in) in length.

Can you name the genus and species of this plant?

The correct answer can be displayed at the bottom of the page.

The Prize!

Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens'

Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens' is a choice groundcover with near-black, purple foliage. Ophiopogon is similar the closely-related, grass-like Lirope but somewhat more compact, reaching just 8-10 in (20-25 cm). It does well in sun or shade, is fairly hardy and is a moderate spreader.

This month's contest winner will receive three Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens' supplied by Sunshine Farm & Gardens.

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