Ophiopogon 'Mondo' (1g)

A classic favorite for southern gardens, Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon japonicus) is a hardy, evergreen groundcover that brings timeless beauty and easy care to your landscape. With its dark green, grass-like foliage and tidy, clumping habit, it’s perfect for borders, pathways, or filling in around stepping stones with a soft, lush look.

Though it’s often called “grass,” Mondo is actually a lily family member—bringing quiet charm and resilience to your garden year-round.

Plant History: Native to East Asia, Mondo Grass has long been cherished for its low-growing elegance and versatility in shaded southern landscapes.

Symbolizes: Simplicity, stability, and quiet strength

Mature Size: 6–10 inches tall
Bloom Time: Summer; produces small, pale lilac flowers followed by shiny black berries
Where It Grows Best: Part shade to full shade; well-drained soil
Care Instructions:

• Water regularly until established

• Tolerates drought once mature

• Trim back in late winter for a fresh start each spring

• Spreads slowly by underground rhizomes

Companion Plants: Ferns, hostas, liriope, hydrangeas, and azaleas

Whether you’re softening the edges of a walkway or creating a peaceful, shaded bed, Mondo Grass brings texture, ease, and a lovely touch of green to any corner of your garden.