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Dwarf Mondo Grass

Ophiopogon Japonicus 'Nana'

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Overview

Dwarf Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana') is a hardy, evergreen ground cover reaching 3-4 inches tall. It forms dense, dark green, grass-like clumps and thrives in partial to full shade. Suitable for USDA zones 6-10, it's low-maintenance, drought-resistant once established, and ideal for tight spaces or between stepping stones. Its slow spread and tolerance for a variety of soils make it versatile in landscape design.

Sun Deep Shade, Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–10Type Grass, Ground coverClimate Temperate
Dwarf Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Japonicus 'Nana') — It forms dense, dark green, grass-like clumps and thrives in partial to full shade
Dwarf Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Japonicus 'Nana') — Dwarf Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana') is a hardy, evergreen ground cover reaching 3-4 inches tall

Culture

Sun
Deep Shade, Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Grass, Ground cover
Family
Liliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Dwarf Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Japonicus 'Nana') — It forms dense, dark green, grass-like clumps and thrives in partial to full shade
Dwarf Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Japonicus 'Nana') — Dwarf Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana') is a hardy, evergreen ground cover reaching 3-4 inches tall
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