Mondo Grass.

Mondo grass (Ophiopogon Japonicus and other species) has been one of the favorite low to medium growing grasses or grouncover plants with landscapers for a number of years. Although most used widely as a ground cover it is also suited for planting between pavers (see picture right) as well as for use as an edging plant. Mondo Grass with its green or black strappy leaves is a low maintenance easy care plant.

Mondo Grass Species Include:

Mondo Grass Care

Mondo Grass requires little care although it does not like frost. Mondo grass prefers a well drained soil and actually does better in part shade. Annual Topdressing of Mondo Grass with an organic compost will help promote growth. A slow release fertilizer is best.

• Dwarf Mondo Grass
  Dwarf species of Mondo Grass such as Ophiopogon japonicus var. nanus and 'Kyoto-dwarf' will be longer than a normal''cut lawn'
• Mondo Grass as a Ground Cover
  As a ground cover Mondo Grass is usefull in preventing weed growth
• Planting Mondo Grass
  Mondo Grass is best planted in late winter. Seperate into individual plants and make sure that the roots are adeqautely covered with soil. Water in well/
• Mondo GrassSpacing
  Larger growing species can be planted 20 - 30 cm apart. Dwarf Species 7-10 cm apart.