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    Also Known As

    • Ophiopogon japonica 'Nana'
    • Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana'
    • Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanum'
    • Dwarf Mondo Grass
    • Dwarf Mondo Grass

    Plant type

    perennial, groundcover, grass / grass like

    size

    • H: 2"-8"
    • W: 6"-20"

    planting zones

    • 7a-10a

    3 inch pot | $13

    Ships USPS, based on weight/location

    Fewer than 20 at Secret Garden Growers

    1 gallon bagged root ball | $16

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    30 at Gossler Farms

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    Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanus' plant details

    Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanus' is an easy to grow evergreen perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance) or perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender and white flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, 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 'Nanus'

    Plant type: perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance) or perennial
    Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 IN - 20 IN - wide, 2 IN - 8 IN - tall
    Flowers: lavender and white blooms in spring
    Uses: alpine, container plant, edging plant, lawn alternative, miniature, pathway, rock garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanus'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
    Sun exposure: sun - shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

    About Ophiopogon

    Though known by the common names lilyturf and mondo grass, Ophiopogon is a genus of evergreen herbaceous perennials in the Asparagaceae, or asparagus family. The leaves do indeed look like grass, but lilyturf also bears spikes of small pale flowers with six sepals. The flowers mature into glossy dark fruits, ornamental in their own right.

    Why grow Ophiopogon?

    Lilyturf can be planted as a shade-tolerant alternative to grass under trees and shrubs, as it tolerates root competition well. It’s a popular ground cover or edging along beds and pathways, and also grows well in containers.

    How to care for Ophiopogon

    Native to Asia, lilyturf grows well in areas with hot, humid summers, but is also drought tolerant. Lilyturf is deer and rabbit resistant but may occasionally be eaten by slugs. It needs little maintenance, but can be mowed or cut back in late winter if the foliage is damaged and needs refreshing.

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Only half the size of the species, this lovely mini forms 4-6" tall clumps of finely textured deep-green blades with (occasionally) purple summer flowers; lovely between rocks or as edger or groundcover. PSh/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Tight buns of pretty, arching, deep green leaves create evergreen mounds eventually 6-8"h x 20"w – vibrant purple berries follow white or lavender flowers and are quite showy – Sun to part shade, most soils, maintenance free – long lived.

    By: Secret Garden Growers

    Ophiopogon japonica 'Nana' is the dwarf lily turf. This 2" cutie has evergreen narrow grass like leaves. Nice among stepping stones or between rocks.

    By: Gossler Farms

    Ophiopogon japonicus ‘Nana’ features dwarf tufts of dark green, strap-like leaves which spread to form a dense mat. A tough, durable plant. Prefers cool, moist soil, but allow the top couple of inches to dry between waterings. Dwarf Mondo Grass makes a good lawn substitute. It’s also great for borders or mass planted as a groundcover. Tolerates varying amounts of foot traffic.

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Dwarf Mondo Grass resembles a tiny Liriope, forming 3-4" tall tufts of narrow green leaves. When used en masse the effect in the landscape can be charmingly geometric. This little Ophiopogon is a fun addition in troughs and miniature gardens. 4" pots

    By: Avant Gardens

    Clumps of dark grass-like green create a lush groundcover.

    By: Maples N More Nursery

    Perfect for the miniature garden. A favorite miniature grass that grows about 2" tall and slowly spreads on runners. If it's really happy, the tiniest, lavendar colored flowers in summer are followed by bright blue berries in the summer. Easy care, can be indoors or outdoors. Great color and texture. Small, lavendar colored blooms turn to blue berries. Cold hardy zones 7 - 10 to 0 °F. Heat hardy zones 12 - 1. Outdoor: part shade/full shade. Indoor: bright indirect light. Regular water let soil dry out to damp between watering.

    By: Two Green Thumbs Miniature Garden Center

    Very narrow strap-like leaves in tufts arching outward to about 3 inches x 3 inches. Could be described as a green head of hair! Tiny lily-like flowers in summer followed by shiny berries in fall. Rock gardens, troughs, containers, between pavers or use as a ground cover. SKY uses as companion plant in Bonsai. Spreads slowly. Likes sun to partial shade and moist, well drained soil. In hottest summer areas protect from direct overhead sun.

    By: Mini Forest By Sky

    This dwarf mondo is dark green with leaf blades that are 1/8 inch wide. It grows close to the ground in clumps and is ideal as a slow to moderately fast spreading ground cover. Short enough to use between pavers or along walkways, at the front of the border or in containers with miniature hostas.

    By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

    Smaller than typical form- extremely low habit to about 4" tall. Only hardy in Zones 7-9.

    By: Fantastic Plants

    Short, very dark green, evergreen, grass-like foliage makes a dense clump or groundcover and needs almost no care. In hot areas it prefers some shade. It also works well as groundcover in containers beneath larger plants.

    By: Almost Eden

    From the Greek Ophis (Snake) and Pogon (Beard). A close botanical relative to Liriope and very similar in most aspects and applications. Generally is more of a shade lover and less tolerant of full, hot sun (morning sun ok). Mondo and Dwarf Mondo are often used as far North as Zone 5 even though their cold hardiness rating is zone 6 or 7. These installations are successful when a microclimate is created in the landscape by planting in a protected area: a shady enclosed garden or courtyard surrounded by other plants and shrubs. Native to Southeast Asia.

    By: Tidwell Nurseries

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    Gardening facts about Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanus' plant

    How to Grow Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanus'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Fruit

      • purple

    • Texture

      • grassy

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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