mondo grass

Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens') should be watered once or twice a week depending on the environment. In hot climates, water more often during the summer and less often during the winter. In cooler climates, water more often during the winter and less often during the summer. When watering, moisten the soil completely but avoid overwatering and saturation. Mondo grass prefers consistently moist soil, but it does not like to be wet for long. Be sure to allow the soil to drain well between waterings.

Mondo grass (Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens') generally thrives in partial to full shade. It should be placed in an area that gets at least 4 to 6 hours of indirect sunlight per day. It should never be exposed to direct sunlight, as the intense heat and sunburn will damage the leaves and cause them to dry out. In the winter months, when hours of sunlight are shorter, the plant can still thrive with as little as 3 or 4 hours of indirect sunlight.

Mondo grass (Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens') is a low-maintenance and invasive plant with dark-green foliage that grows in clumps. Pruning is not often recommended for this species, but if needed, it should be done with caution. When pruning mondo grass, it is important to do so selectively. Prune off any dead or discolored foliage and thin out the center of the clump to promote air circulation. This should be done in the spring or early summer, as mondo grass does not easily recover from pruning later in the season. When removing foliage, avoid excessive shearing, as this will damage the delicate plants and cause bare spots. Aftercare of mondo grass plants includes small amounts of fertilizer in the spring to promote growth and dividing the plants every few years for optimal health. This is best done in late winter prior to when new growth begins. In addition, mondo grass benefits from regular watering during dry periods and should not be allowed to dry out completely. Overall, mondo grass is relatively low maintenance and pruning should only be done if absolutely necessary. To keep mondo grass looking its best, fertilizing and division should be done every few years, while regular watering helps the plant maintain its lush, dark-green foliage.