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Ophiopogon japonicus

Japonicus Mondo Grass, Ophiopogon Mondo Grass, Mondo Grass Ophiopogon japonicus, Ophiopogon, Green Ophiopogon, Ophiopogon Grass, Grass Ophiopogon, Mondo Japonicus, Ophiopogon Mondo

Ophiopogon japonicus, commonly known as Mondo Grass, is a striking ornamental grass. It grows as a clump and produces a dense tuft of grass-like, dark green leaves to about 25 cm tall and the same wide. Ophiopogon japonicus is best when mass planted and is commonly used in rock gardens, included in borders, planted as a ground cover, or maintained in a container.

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The average plant height is 5 cm
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The average plant height is 10 cm
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The average plant height is 5 cm
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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Ornamental Grasses
Height:25 cm
Spread:25 cm
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asJaponicus Mondo Grass, Ophiopogon Mondo Grass, Mondo Grass Ophiopogon japonicus, Ophiopogon, Green Ophiopogon, Ophiopogon Grass, Grass Ophiopogon, Mondo Japonicus, Ophiopogon Mondo

Ophiopogon japonicus Details

Ophiopogon japonicus, commonly known as Mondo Grass, is a striking ornamental grass. It grows as a clump and produces a dense tuft of grass-like, dark green leaves. The foliage has a gentle arch and is adorned with spikes in summer bearing tiny, lilac flowers which are followed by blue-black berries. Plants will typically grow to 25 cm tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. They will tolerate frost, cool climates, and dry periods once established. Ophiopogon japonicus is best when mass planted and is commonly used in rock gardens, included in borders, planted as a ground cover, or maintained in a container.

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