Mondo Grass Variegatus
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Variegatus'
Variegated Mondo Grass is a graceful, low-growing groundcover with narrow, arching green leaves accented by creamy white stripes. This evergreen plant forms tidy clumps and adds soft texture and subtle color contrast to shaded borders and pathways.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6–10
Sun Requirements: Part shade to full shade (tolerates morning sun with adequate moisture)
Water Requirements: Moderate; prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
Mature Size: 6–10 inches tall, spreading 12–18 inches wide
Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil; adaptable to a range of soil types
Landscape Use: Groundcover, edging, shade gardens, between stepping stones, woodland borders
Maintenance: Very low maintenance; cut back in early spring if foliage becomes tattered
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