About
Ophiopogon, mondo grass, is a genus of rhizomatous or tufted, evergreen perennials forming clumps of leathery, narrowly strap-shaped leaves with racemes of small, bell-shaped, white or mauve flowers in summer, followed by glossy, blue-black berries. Excellent ground-cover plants for a shaded or partly shaded, moist border.
About the genus
Ophiopogon are rhizomatous or tufted evergreen perennials forming clumps of leathery, narrowly strap-shaped leaves with racemes of small, bell-shaped, white or mauve flowers in summer, followed by glossy, blue-black berries. Excellent ground-cover plants for shaded or partly shaded positions.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.