Botanical Name
(Mondo Grass) Ophiopogon japonicus
Plant Type
Groundcovers
Plant Height Min
4in
Plant Height Max
8in
Plant Spread Min
12in
Plant Spread Max
12in+
Light
Shade
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Seasonal Interest From
Year Round
Seasonal Interest To
Year Round
Plant Color
Green
Seasonal Feature
Foliage
Water Needs
Medium
Comments
Great lawn alternative in shade; provide fertile, well-drained soil; clusters of flowers close to the leaves; dwarf form also available; do not plant near preserves; cut back in winter if needed