Landscape Notes: Dwarf Mondo Grass, Ophiopogon japonicus provides excellent erosion control, once established. The plant is much more refined in appearance than Lilyturf. Dwarf Mondo Grass, Ophiopogon japonicus grows extremely densely and loses the clump-like characteristics when mature. It is often used as a border for planting beds, but is very attractive in mass, especially under trees or in well defined planting beds.

Exposure/Culture: Dwarf Mondo Grass, Ophiopogon japonicus grows well in full sun or shade. Does well in most well-drained soils. Tends to prefer organic soil where average moisture is maintained. Mow in late winter to eliminate old growth.

Other Notes: "Simply irresistible" is the best way to describe this dwarf version of mondo grass with dark green, grass-like foliage which eventually makes a tight mat in even the worst of conditions. Plant dwarf mondo on 6-12" centers for a wonderful evergreen groundcover. Ophiopogon 'Gyoku Ryu' could best be described as looking like a rich, dark green lawn of pre-mowed grass...what a great idea!