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
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
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
See other plant types of Ophiopogon for your garden
aka Ophiopogon 'Black Dragon', Ophiopogon nigrescens, Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Arabicus', Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Ebknizam', Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Ebony Knight', Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Niger', Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens', Ophiopogon planiscapus Ebony Knight®, Arabicus Black Mondo Grass, Arabicus Black Mondo Grass, Black Dragon Mondo Grass, Black Mondo Grass, Black Mondo Grass, Ebony Knight Black Mondo Grass
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Ophiopogon japonica 'Nana', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanum', Dwarf Mondo Grass, Dwarf Mondo Grass ~ Green
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
7a-10a
Size
Height: 2"-8"
Width: 6"-20"
- sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Mondo Grass
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Ophiopogon japonicus 'Albo-striatus', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Aritake', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Aritaki', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Silver Mist', Ophiopogon japonicus 'Variegata', Silver Mondo Grass, Variegata Silver Mist Mondo Grass
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-15"
Width: 15"-36"
- sun - shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Ophiopogon japonicus 'Gyoku-ryu', Dwarf Mondo Grass
Plant Type
Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 2"-3"
Width: 8"-12"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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