Monkey Grass
Monkey Grass
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Ophiopogon japonicus
Ophiopogon japonicus
Mondo Grass
East Asia
0.5
–
0.5 foot
0.3
–
0.5 foot
Full Shade
Part Sun/Shade
Medium
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About This Plant
Part shade/full shade. Monkey grass is a miniature evergreen clump grass, with dark, glossy leaves. Blooms are rarely (if ever) seen.
Dwarf and variegated varieties available. Underground runners eventually fill the spaces between plants.
Maintenance
May require supplemental water in exposed locations.
Features
Plant Type:
Grasses
Size:
0.5-0.5' H, 0.3-0.5' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Full Shade, Part Sun/Shade
Soil Types:
Clay, Well drained
Wildlife:
Flower Color:
Lavender, White
Bloom Time:
May, June
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
Trachelospermum asiaticum
Tulbaghia violacea
Carex spp.
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