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Ophiopogon jaburan ‘Vittatus’ (Giant Lilyturf)

Variegated Mondo Grass, Jaburan Lilyturf, Variegated Lilyturf, Aztec Grass, White Lilyturf, Ophiopogon jaburan 'Javanensis', Ophiopogon jaburan 'Variegatus', Ophiopogon jaburan 'Argenteovariegatus'

Ophiopogon jaburan  'Vittatus', Aztec Grass 'Vittatus', Giant Lilyturf 'Vittatus', Mondo Grass 'Vittatus', Snakebeard 'Vittatus', White Lilyturf 'Vittatus', Variegated grass
Ophiopogon jaburan  'Vittatus', Aztec Grass 'Vittatus', Giant Lilyturf 'Vittatus', Mondo Grass 'Vittatus', Snakebeard 'Vittatus', White Lilyturf 'Vittatus', Variegated grass

Noted for its luminous variegated foliage, Ophiopogon jaburan ‘Vittatus’ (Giant Lilyturf) is a giant Mondo Grass forming dense tufts of arching, ribbon-like, cream to yellow striped leaves. Racemes of small, lilac-tinted white flowers emerge amid the leaves in summer before giving way to electric berries along the flowering scapes. Reminiscent of Liriope, this charming evergreen grass is tough, durable and perfect for adding texture to the garden. Quite pleasing to the senses as it ripples in the wind, Giant Lilyturf  is a great choice for mass plantings and makes an excellent, long-lasting groundcover. Lovely as an accent clump or for edging.

  • Grows up to 1-2 ft. tall and wide (30-60 cm) to form a weed-proof mat.
  • Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to full shade. Partial shade to full shade are appreciated in hot summer climates. Water the plants regularly for best growth, but established plants are tolerant of short periods of drought.
  • Deer and rabbit resistant
  • Great for beds and borders, edging, groundcovers, underplanting shrubs, city gardens, rock gardens or Asian gardens. 
  • Virtually disease free.
  • Propagate by dividing the clumps of plants.

Requirements

Hardiness 7 - 10
Heat Zones 7 - 10
Climate Zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2
Plant Type Ornamental Grasses
Plant Family Asparagaceae
Genus Ophiopogon
Common names Mondo Grass, Aztec Grass
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spread 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 20" (50cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low, Average
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Salt, Rabbit
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers
Garden Styles Modern Garden, City and Courtyard, Mediterranean Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden
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Ophiopogon japonicus ‘Nana’ (Mondo Grass)
Ophiopogon japonicus (Mondo Grass)
Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘Nigrescens’ (Black Mondo)
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 7 - 10
Heat Zones 7 - 10
Climate Zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2
Plant Type Ornamental Grasses
Plant Family Asparagaceae
Genus Ophiopogon
Common names Mondo Grass, Aztec Grass
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spread 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Spacing 20" (50cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low, Average
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Salt, Rabbit
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers
Garden Styles Modern Garden, City and Courtyard, Mediterranean Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden
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