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Ophiopogon intermedius
Also Known As
- Ophiopogon 'Vittatus'
- Ophiopogon jaburan vittata
- Aztec Grass
- Snakebeard
- White Lily Turf
Plant type
perennial, groundcover, grass / grass like
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Ophiopogon intermedius plant details
Ophiopogon intermedius is an evergreen perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance) with variegated foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ophiopogon intermedius
- Plant type: perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
- Foliage: evergreen variegated
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Uses: container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, edging plant, lawn alternative, pathway
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ophiopogon intermedius
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
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How to Grow Ophiopogon intermedius
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
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Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 8"-24"
- sun - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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