Mondo Grass

Tags: Grass
Ophiopogon japonicus

Attractive clumps of stemless, dark green, grass-like leaves make a beautiful small-scale groundcover or low border. Tiny spikes of lilac flowers appear in summer. This care-free, easy to grow perennial is ideal for adding texture to the garden. Evergreen.

Category:
Light Requirements:
Partial to full sun
Mature Size:
12 to 15 in. tall and wide.
Cold Hardiness Zone:
6-11
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
Lavender
Bloom Period:
Summer
Water Requirements:
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.

Care Instructions

Provide enriched, moist, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Clumps may be divided every 2 to 3 years in early spring.