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Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanus' /Dwarf Mondo
Low, compact growth
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Low, compact growth
Leaf length of only about two inches
Dense uniform coverage if plants are set close together
Best adapted for plantings in partial shade
Plants in a nursery sales yard ready for planting
Typical planting showing the low dense mat coverage
Dwarf mondo planted among pavers
Well established planting
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Scientific Name:
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanus'
Common Name:
Dwarf Mondo
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
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Height:
Under 1 foot
Spread:
to 1 foot
Bloom time:
Summer
Flower color:
Purple
Light Exposure:
Part Sun, Filtered Shade, Shade
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth:
Slow
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
This dwarf selection is only half the size of the species and creates a lush, dark green ground cover of grass-like clumps that are 4-6 inches high. It rarely flowers. Excellent low maintenance ground cover, used in border plantings and in rock gardens.