Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana' (Mondo Grass)
Mondo Grass 'Nana', Dwarf Lilyturf 'Nana', Dwarf Mondo Grass 'Nana', Japanese Lilyturf 'Nana', Monkey Grass 'Nana'
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
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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 | Ophiopogon - Mondo Grass |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 3" – 6" (7cm – 15cm) |
Spread | 4" – 6" (10cm – 15cm) |
Spacing | 6" (15cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Modern Garden |
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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.
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 | Ophiopogon - Mondo Grass |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 3" – 6" (7cm – 15cm) |
Spread | 4" – 6" (10cm – 15cm) |
Spacing | 6" (15cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Japanese Garden, Modern Garden |