{"product_id":"ophiopogon-nana","title":"Dwarf Mondo Grass Ophiopogon Nana","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qcxk0e\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"50\"\u003eOphiopogon japonicus ‘Nana’ (Dwarf Mondo Grass)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eOphiopogon ‘Nana’, commonly known as Dwarf Mondo Grass, is a very low-growing, evergreen groundcover valued for its fine, dense foliage and compact form. It is widely used in detailed landscape work such as between pavers, edging, and small-scale groundcover where a tight, uniform finish is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"576\"\u003eThe plant produces extremely fine, narrow leaves in deep green tones, forming dense, cushion-like clumps. Its miniature size creates a soft, carpet-like effect that is highly suited to formal and intricate garden designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"581\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eDwarf Mondo Grass is known for its very compact size and dense growth, making it ideal for precision planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eIt forms a tight, low mat that requires minimal trimming and maintains a consistent appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"809\" data-end=\"914\"\u003eIt performs well in shaded and semi-shaded environments, making it suitable for difficult planting areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18918vg\" data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eGrowth Habit and Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eThis variety grows as a slow-spreading, compact clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eIt typically reaches 5 to 10 cm in height, with a spread of approximately 10 to 20 cm per clump, gradually filling in over time. Growth rate is slow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1evwddo\" data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yjlpdk\" data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003ePerforms best in partial shade to full shade. It can tolerate some sun with adequate moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rthh5f\" data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eRequires regular watering during establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eOnce established, it prefers moderate watering and consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"p3fpbz\" data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003ePrefers well-draining, organic-rich soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"14lz4ze\" data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eTemperature and Climate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003eSuitable for temperate to warm climates. It tolerates heat, humidity, and light frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s27ty0\" data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eVery low maintenance. Minimal trimming is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eDivide clumps occasionally to encourage spread or for propagation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003eFertilising is rarely needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lt9dvm\" data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eVery slow establishment compared to other groundcovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eMay thin out in dry or exposed conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003ePoor drainage can affect root health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mu966k\" data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003eOphiopogon ‘Nana’ is suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003eBetween stepping stones and pavers\u003cbr data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eFine edging and borders\u003cbr data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eGroundcover in small areas\u003cbr data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eCourtyards and pathways\u003cbr data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eShaded gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003eFormal and detailed landscape designs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003eIts fine texture makes it ideal for precision planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8r6oui\" data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eSpecification and Care Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"4145\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2288\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2363\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"4145\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2561\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2487\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2561\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOphiopogon japonicus ‘Nana’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2660\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2586\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2660\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDwarf Mondo Grass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2759\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2685\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2759\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEvergreen perennial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2760\" data-end=\"2858\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2760\" data-end=\"2784\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2784\" data-end=\"2858\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e5 cm to 10 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2859\" data-end=\"2957\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2859\" data-end=\"2883\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"2957\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDense, clumping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2958\" data-end=\"3056\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2958\" data-end=\"2982\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2982\" data-end=\"3056\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3057\" data-end=\"3155\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3057\" data-end=\"3081\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight Conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3155\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePartial shade to full shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3254\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3180\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDirect Sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3254\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTolerated with moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3255\" data-end=\"3353\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3255\" data-end=\"3279\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWatering Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3279\" data-end=\"3353\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3354\" data-end=\"3452\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3354\" data-end=\"3378\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3378\" data-end=\"3452\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWell-draining, organic-rich\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3453\" data-end=\"3551\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3453\" data-end=\"3477\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrainage Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3477\" data-end=\"3551\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEssential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3650\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3552\" data-end=\"3576\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3576\" data-end=\"3650\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperate to warm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3651\" data-end=\"3749\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3651\" data-end=\"3675\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3675\" data-end=\"3749\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3750\" data-end=\"3848\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3750\" data-end=\"3774\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3774\" data-end=\"3848\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3849\" data-end=\"3947\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3849\" data-end=\"3873\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaintenance Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3873\" data-end=\"3947\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eVery low\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3948\" data-end=\"4046\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3948\" data-end=\"3972\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3972\" data-end=\"4046\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4047\" data-end=\"4145\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4047\" data-end=\"4071\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eToxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4071\" data-end=\"4145\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNot commonly regarded as toxic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4147\" data-end=\"4150\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xxjfdh\" data-start=\"4152\" data-end=\"4178\"\u003eFAQ – Dwarf Mondo Grass\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4180\" data-end=\"4277\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4180\" data-end=\"4229\"\u003eHow is it different from regular mondo grass?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4229\" data-end=\"4232\"\u003eIt is much smaller, denser, and more compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4279\" data-end=\"4367\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4279\" data-end=\"4317\"\u003eIs it suitable for between pavers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4317\" data-end=\"4320\"\u003eYes, it is one of the best plants for that use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4369\" data-end=\"4419\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4369\" data-end=\"4394\"\u003eDoes it grow quickly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4394\" data-end=\"4397\"\u003eNo, it spreads slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4421\" data-end=\"4490\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4421\" data-end=\"4445\"\u003eDoes it need mowing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4445\" data-end=\"4448\"\u003eNo, it maintains its low height naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4492\" data-end=\"4563\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4492\" data-end=\"4517\"\u003eIs it good for shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4517\" data-end=\"4520\"\u003eYes, it performs very well in shaded areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4565\" data-end=\"4632\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4565\" data-end=\"4590\"\u003eHow big does it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4590\" data-end=\"4593\"\u003eTypically reaches 5 to 10 cm in height.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Nurso","offers":[{"title":"100mm","offer_id":51731097649448,"sku":null,"price":6.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/6847\/6200\/files\/867a5025-e2e6-42b0-a91a-09948dee7e29.png?v=1778039677","url":"https:\/\/www.thenurso.au\/products\/ophiopogon-nana","provider":"The Nurso","version":"1.0","type":"link"}