Mondo grass typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and June.
mondo grass
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Variegatus'
Mondo grass (Ophiopogon japonicus 'Variegatus') is an evergreen perennial grass with beautiful variegated leaves. Striking cream and green striped leaves are a delight to the garden throughout the year. Mondo grass is low-growing and can be used to edge a garden or as a lawn substitute. This fast-growing species can tolerate shade as well as sun and requires minimal maintenance. When creating mass plantings, it can be spaced 10 to 15 cm apart. It can also be grown in pots in a garden, balcony or terrace. The tidy and neat habit of Mondo grass makes it an ideal choice for an evergreen lawn, where it retains its luscious green year-round.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 10
Flowers:
Pale lavender Flowers
Sun:
Part shade,full shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,yellow,white
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon japonicus 'Variegatus') should be watered once per week, until the soil is evenly moist. Avoid over-watering, as the plant is intolerant of waterlogging. The soil should not be allowed to dry out between waterings, as this can cause the plant to go into a state of dormancy. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering thoroughly. During very hot, dry periods, you may need to increase watering frequency to ensure the soil stays consistently moist.
sunlight
Mondo grass (Ophiopogon japonicus 'Variegatus') prefers bright, indirect sunlight. When grown outdoors in full sun, its foliage may scorch. In shadier spots, the grass may become spindly and unhealthy. The ideal amount of sunlight is 6-7 hours of indirect sun per day. In regions where summers are extremely hot, it is best to provide dappled sunlight or partial shade to avoid damaging the foliage.
pruning
Mondo grass (Ophiopogon japonicus 'Variegatus') benefits from occasional pruning to keep the foliage looking tidy and to encourage lusher new growth. Pruning should be done once or twice a year during the warmer months of the growing season, from late spring to early autumn. Remove any dead, damaged, or overly long leaves and stems with a pair of sharp scissors or shears. To reduce the size of the plant, cut back the shoots to the desired height and keep the foliage no taller than 15 inches. Try to avoid over-pruning the plant, as this can stunt its growth and encourage disease.
Season
Fall
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Mondo grass typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and June.
