Ophiopogon japonicus Nana (Mondo 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.
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 | Ophiopogon – Mondo Grass |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
| 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 |