Dwarf Monkey Grass | Ophiopogon Japonicus Kyoto Dwarf | بلیک گراس

They are evergreen, exceptionally hardy, produce tiny racemes of snow-white, bell-like flowers on short stems in summer, and are used primarily as ground covers.

Common name: Mondo grass.
Color: White.
Bloom time: Summer.
Height: 2 feet.
Difficulty level: Easy.

Planting & Care

Sunlight: Partial to full shade, but can withstand full sun in cooler areas, if they receive sufficient water.

Soil: Well draining, slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5-6.5).

Water: Water regularly and deeply. Twice a week in summer will be more than enough, unless it is excessively hot.

Temprature: It is frost hardy to -5°C.

Fertilizer: A light application of a balanced fertilizer or a top dressing of compost in the spring.
Use
Ornamental use:

• The ‘calming effect of mondo grasses makes them excellent fillers around accent plants such as cycads, and they are equally charming as border plants in the front of flower beds.

Reference:
http://www.thegardener.co.za/kb/article.php?id=473 http://www.gardeninginsouthafrica.co.za/groundcovers/item/841-mondo-grass-lilyturfophiopogon