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Also Known As

  • Ophiopogon japonicus 'Kyoto Dwarf'
  • Kyoto Dwarf Mondo Grass

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 2"-3"
  • W: 4"-12"

planting zones

  • 6b-9b

3.5" | $12.95

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Ophiopogon japonicus 'Kioto' plant details

Ophiopogon japonicus 'Kioto' is an evergreen perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ophiopogon japonicus 'Kioto'

Plant type: perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, larger quantity available, lawn alternative, pathway

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ophiopogon japonicus 'Kioto'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

VERY dwarf and VERY choice, the tiny black-green tufts of leathery leaf fans make this gem a delightful underplanting for bonsai. S-PSh/M
Prized for it’s short stature and tufts of dramatic dark green leaves. Paired with small white blooms in the summer, this grass-like plant is perfect for a fairy garden or as an evergreen groundcover.

Gardening facts about Ophiopogon japonicus 'Kioto' plant

How to Grow Ophiopogon japonicus 'Kioto'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Fruit

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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