Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana Variegata'

Other Names: Variegated Dwarf Mondo Grass, Variegated Monkey Grass

A shimmering plant that will light up and provide soft texture in partially shaded to shady areas of the garden, Silver Striped Dwarf Mondo Grass, Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana Variegata', forms a dense evergreen carpet of thin, dark green leaves with silvery-white margins. It is perfect as a groundcover under trees, low border, or filler between stepping stones and pavers. It produces short spikes of white flowers nestled in the foliage during summer, followed by pearl-like deep blue to black berries. It is very easy to grow and drought tolerant when established. Very easy to grow and virtually no-maintenance, it is heat and drought tolerant and thrives in USDA Zones 6a-10b.

Silver Stripe Dwarf Mondo Grass is easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil of average fertility and part shade to full shade. Morning and evening sun are okay but it's best to avoid direct afternoon sunlight. All-day filtered sun is okay. Constantly soggy or wet soils can be problematic, though temporary flooding won't harm the plant. It has good drought tolerance when established. No trimming is needed.