Description

Mondo Grass

Mondo grass (Ophiopogon japonicus) is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that belongs to the Asparagaceae family. Mondo grass is a popular landscaping plant due to its low maintenance requirements and attractive appearance. Mondo grass is easy to grow and requires little maintenance once established. Mondo grass has long, narrow leaves that are dark green in color and grow in dense clumps or spreading mats, typically reaching a height of 6 to 10 inches (15 to 25 cm) and a spread of 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm).

Mondo grass (Ophiopogon japonicus) is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that belongs to the Asparagaceae family. It is a popular landscaping plant due to its low maintenance requirements and attractive appearance. Mondo grass grows easily and requires little maintenance once established. Its long, narrow leaves are dark green in color and grow in dense clumps or spreading mats, typically reaching a height of 6 to 10 inches (15 to 25 cm) and a spread of 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm).

Mondo grass is commonly used in landscaping as a ground cover or as an accent plant in rock gardens, borders, and containers. It is also suitable for use in container gardens and hanging baskets. It is well-suited for shady areas and can tolerate various soil types and moisture levels. Mondo grass produces small, white or lavender flowers in late summer, followed by black or blue-black berries.

Several cultivars of mondo grass are available, including dwarf varieties and variegated forms with striped or speckled leaves. Mondo grass is generally easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance, though it may benefit from occasional watering during dry periods and periodic division to control its spread.

See other ground cover plants.