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Dwarf Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon japonicus) growing in South Florida
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Dwarf Mondo Grass — South Florida Plant Guide

Ophiopogon japonicus

Family: Asparagaceae · Groundcover

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos en Paisajismo

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Etiquetas de Estilo

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Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full ShadePartial ShadePartial Sun

Requisitos de Agua

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Dwarf Mondo Grass is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water once established. 2x per week dry season. Good shade-compatible moisture retention. Do not allow to dry out severely — stressed plants thin out.

Suelo y Fertilización

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Fertilizer: Light balanced granular. Very low requirements.

Schedule: Optional light balanced fertilizer February and May. Low maintenance.

Tolerancia a la Sal

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Altura Madura
0.20.7 ft
Ancho Maduro
0.30.5 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
slow
Demanda de Agua
3/10
Grado Florida
Florida #1
Costo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
7, 8, 9, 10a, 10b, 11
Estado FLEPPC
None
Calificación Iguana
4/10

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Dwarf Mondo Grass grow in South Florida?

Dwarf Mondo Grass has a slow growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Dwarf Mondo Grass safe for pets?

Dwarf Mondo Grass is not safe for pets. Berries are toxic to dogs and cats. Disclose to pet owners.

How much water does Dwarf Mondo Grass need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Dwarf Mondo Grass is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Dwarf Mondo Grass tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Dwarf Mondo Grass has low salt tolerance (3/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.

Is Dwarf Mondo Grass available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Dwarf Mondo Grass is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Standard shade groundcover specification throughout Miami-Dade HOA communities.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Extremely common throughout Broward landscaping.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Outstanding cold hardiness.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Common in Collier shaded applications.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Common in shaded Keys landscape areas.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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