Ophiopogon Vittatus "Variegated Mondo Grass" 1Liter

Ophiopogon ‘Vittatus’

Botanical name: Ophiopogon japonicus ‘Vittatus’
Common name: Variegated Mondo Grass / Striped Dwarf Lilyturf

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Product Description

Ophiopogon ‘Vittatus’ is a compact, slow-growing evergreen perennial prized for its striking variegated foliage, featuring green leaves with creamy-white stripes. Ideal for low-maintenance groundcover, border edging, or container planting, it produces delicate lilac flowers in summer followed by small black berries. Its tidy, tufted growth habit and year-round decorative leaves make it perfect for shaded or semi-shaded South African gardens, rockeries, and modern landscapes.

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Size When Fully Grown

• Height: ±15–20 cm (foliage), up to 25 cm including flower spikes
• Width: ±25–35 cm
• Forms dense, compact, tufted clumps

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Best Growing Conditions

• Sun: Partial shade to full shade
• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil; tolerates most soil types
• Water: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil but hardy once established
• Climate: Suitable for most South African climates; hardy and low-maintenance
• Maintenance: Very low maintenance; trim old or damaged foliage to maintain tidy appearance

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Planting & Seasonal Information (South Africa)

• Best planting time:
  🌱 Spring (September–November)
  🌱 Autumn (March–May)
• Flowering season: Summer
• Foliage: Evergreen; variegated leaves provide year-round decorative interest