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Ophiopogon japonicus ‘Nana’ (Mondo Grass)

Mondo Grass 'Nana', Dwarf Lilyturf 'Nana', Dwarf Mondo Grass 'Nana', Japanese Lilyturf 'Nana', Monkey Grass 'Nana'

Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana', Mondo Grass 'Nana', Dwarf Lilyturf 'Nana', Dwarf Mondo Grass 'Nana', Japanese Lilyturf 'Nana', evergreen grass

Noted for its small size and attractive evergreen foliage, Ophiopogon japonicus ‘Nana’ is a dwarf Mondo Grass forming dense tufts of arching, strap-shaped, dark green leaves. Racemes of insignificant white flowers emerge amid the leaves in summer before giving way to blue berries. Reminiscent of Liriope, this popular evergreen grass is tough, durable, very compact and perfect for adding texture to the garden. Dwarf Mondo Grass makes a low-care, no-mow lawn that can withstand moderate, regular foot traffic. Quite pleasing to the senses as it ripples in the wind, this dwarf Mondo Grass is perfect for planting between stepping stones, in small areas around patios and courtyards or in Asian gardens.

  • Grows up to 3-6 in. tall (7-15 cm) and 4-6 in. wide (10-15 cm) to form a weed-proof mat. The roots are tuberous and this plant spreads slowly via stolons. With age the clumps will merge to form a soft, dense carpet of foliage
  • Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Adaptable to a wide range of conditions. Salt and drought tolerant.
  • Deer and rabbit resistant
  • Great for beds and borders, edging, groundcover, underplanting shrubs, city gardens, coastal gardens, gravel gardens or Asian gardens.
  • Virtually disease free. Watch for slugs

Requirements

Hardiness 6 - 10
Heat Zones 1 - 12
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, Japanese Lilyturf, Dwarf Mondo Grass
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 3" - 6" (8cm - 15cm)
Spread 4" - 6" (10cm - 15cm)
Spacing 6" (15cm)
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, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs
Garden Styles Modern Garden, Japanese Garden, Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden, Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Ophiopogon jaburan ‘Vittatus’ (Giant Lilyturf)
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 6 - 10
Heat Zones 1 - 12
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, Japanese Lilyturf, Dwarf Mondo Grass
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 3" - 6" (8cm - 15cm)
Spread 4" - 6" (10cm - 15cm)
Spacing 6" (15cm)
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, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs
Garden Styles Modern Garden, Japanese Garden, Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden, Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard
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