Dwarf mondo grass, also called monkey grass, is a compact, clump-forming, evergreen perennial with narrow, dark green, grass-like leaves. The cultivar 'Nana' stays very low, forming a neat, uniform edging or ground cover. Pale lilac flowers appear in summer, followed by blue-black berries.
| Family: | Asparagaceae |
| Genus: | Ophiopogon |
| Species: | japonicus |
| Cultivar: | Nana |
| Synonyms: | Convallaria graminifolia, Convallaria japonica, Flueggea anceps, Flueggea japonica, Liriope gracilis |
This tough plant tolerates deep shade, drought, and a range of soils. It's perfect for edging pathways, under trees, and as a low-maintenance ground cover in difficult shady spots. Deer and rabbit resistant.
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