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Ophiopogon japonicum [Dwarf Variegated]

Also Known As

  • Black Mondo Grass

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Ophiopogon japonicum [Dwarf Variegated] plant details

Ophiopogon japonicum [Dwarf Variegated] is an evergreen perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance) with black, variegated and white foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ophiopogon japonicum [Dwarf Variegated]

Plant type: perennial groundcover grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: evergreen black, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, goth garden, lawn alternative, pathway, rock garden, spreading, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ophiopogon japonicum [Dwarf Variegated]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A nice dwarf variegated plant we got from Yinger a number of years ago if it ever had a name we have lost it. ZONE 6

Gardening facts about Ophiopogon japonicum [Dwarf Variegated] plant

How to Grow Ophiopogon japonicum [Dwarf Variegated]

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • black
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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