Dwarf Mondo Grass

Dwarf Mondo Grass creates a fine-textured carpet of very short, dark-green blades that stays neat without mowing. It spreads slowly into dense tufts and is ideal between stepping stones, along shaded walkways, or as a small-scale lawn substitute. Tiny summer flowers and blue-black berries are often hidden within the foliage. Plant in part shade to shade for the easiest care, with moist but well-drained soil while it becomes established. Available for local pickup from Towns Edge Nursery.

Plant details

• Botanical name: Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana'
• Light: Part shade to shade; tolerates morning sun
• USDA zones: 6–10
• Mature size: 3–6 in tall × 8–12 in per clump; slowly spreading wide
• Foliage: Evergreen in mild climates; very narrow dark-green blades
• Flowers / feature: Tiny pale lilac to white flowers, followed by blue-black berries
• Bloom / interest season: Summer
• Water: Average; prefers moist, well-drained soil while establishing
• Growth habit: Very low, slow-spreading tufted groundcover
• Landscape uses: Edging, between stepping stones, shade gardens, small lawn substitute, containers
• Deer tolerance: Generally deer resistant, not deer-proof

Plant size and performance vary with climate, soil, pruning and care.