Mondo Grass

Ophiopogon japonicus 'Mondo Grass' - Flat   Size: Flat Plants per Flat: 50-60 Exposure:   Sun or Partial Shade Spacing:  6-8" Water Needs: Regular Foliage:  Everygreen Bloom Season:  Height (at Maturity):  6-8" Width (at Maturity):   6-8" Soil Preference:  Peat Moss   Ophiopogon japonicus 'Mondo Grass' is a low-maintenance, evergreen perennial plant that is commonly used as a groundcover or border plant in gardens. It is native to East Asia and is also known as Lilyturf. The plant grows up to 12 inches tall and forms dense clumps of narrow, dark green leaves that are about 1/4 inch wide. The leaves are slightly arching and grow in a spreading habit. In the summer, small, bell-shaped lavender or white flowers appear on short stalks rising above the foliage, but these are not particularly showy. 'Mondo Grass' is a tough, adaptable plant that is suitable for a wide range of growing conditions. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade but can also tolerate full sun in cooler regions. It is also drought-tolerant once established and is resistant to deer and rabbit browsing. Overall, Ophiopogon japonicus 'Mondo Grass' is an attractive and versatile plant that can be used in many different garden settings, from rock gardens to borders and as a groundcover beneath trees or shrubs. Its larger size and spreading habit make it an excellent choice for larger garden spaces or as a filler plant in mixed borders.