Exemplar Horticulture
This interesting evergreen, grass-like perennial forms a low spreading clump of spiky, smooth-textured, dark green leaves; in summer, contrasting light lilac to white flowers rise amid the foliage; a sturdy plant that tolerates deep shade, some drought and periods of standing water.
Tolerates deep shade
Good in borders, containers, edgings, shade, woodland and water-wise gardens and as ground cover.
Ophiopogon japonicus
(Mondo Grass)
Growing | Requirements |
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Zone |
6 (-10°F/-23°C) |
Exposure |
Full sun to part shade |
Form | |
Foliage Height |
6" (15 cm) |
Width | Slow spreading |
Flower Height |
6" (15 cm) |
Flower Colour | Light lilac to white flowers give way to iridescent blue berries |
Bloom Time |
June - July |
Watering Needs | Moderate-Low |
Soil Preferences |
Prefers moist, well drained soil types |