Dwarf Mondo Grass
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Dwarf Mondo Grass
Plant Highlights
Dwarf Mondo Grass highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Shade
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones 6-11
Ornamental Border & Groundcover Dwarf Mondo Grass!
- Gorgeous Dark-Green Leaves
- Small Evergreen Perennial
- Arching Mounding Clumps
- Tiny White Flowers
- Berries in Fall
- Highly Ornamental
- Tough & Durable
- Deer & Pest Resistant
- Handles Light Foot Traffic
- Modern Dramatic Look!
- Easy Care
- Great Edging & Ground Cover
Dwarf Mondo Grass is an awesome ornamental grass with a summer bloom! It would make a wonderful groundcover or a border in your perennial bed. As it grows it abandons its erect stance and adopts a rather elegant manner, slightly bowing for a gentle, soft appearance.
Your Dwarf Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana') is a grass similar to lawn grass, with a dark green color. Half the size as other Mondo Grass, this dwarf is an excellent evergreen for mass plantings, edging and containers! Just 4-6 inches tall and wide, these create little pompoms of green all growing season long.
In the summer tiny blue flowers form, resembling little balls, adding a bit of additional decorative appeal. In fall, small berries arrive and adorn the plant with more interest!
How to Use Dwarf Mondo Grass In The Landscape
Dwarf Mondo Grass is a low-growing grass, so if you use it as a lawn substitute keeping it short won't be a problem, and you won't spend all your weekends mowing it. Plant en masse on hills and slopes where you may have some trouble mowing!
Developing a thick mat of roots that spread by short, underground stolons, it slowly spreads to form dense colonies. Plant it along gutter runoff where can aid in dealing with water run-off. Two of the enemies of grasses, deer and bunnies, tend to leave it alone!
It can even handle heavy foot traffic so using it around paving stones and stepping stones, and dot throughout your Rock gardens would be no problem at all. Fantastic as edging and at creating a neat row for a finishing touch along your garden beds!
The size is perfect for containers and planters, so you can easily use this high-style perennial on porches, patios and balconies! Acting as both a lovely filler and spiller, the fantastic foliage sets off your other plants beautifully!
#ProPlantTips For Care
Plant in full sun in the cooler USDA growing zones of 6 through 11. Tolerating partial shade as well, you’ll get the best coloration when in full sun, however, those in the warmer climates will find their grass appreciates part sun or afternoon shade.
Mondo Grass is drought-tolerant, but to protect your investment provide water in times of severe drought. Preferring evenly moist soils in average fertility, be sure to plant in well-drained soil for best results.
Low maintenance, this slow and steady grower doesn’t require much upkeep! Even pests seem to avoid it, eliminating the need for costly pesticides. Deer and rabbits avoid eating it, so there’s no need to worry about planting this in out-of-the-way spots!
Dwarf Mondo Grass is durable, hardy grass with an ornamental appeal. Try some today to begin enjoying its stellar qualities. Order enough for your next project at NatureHills.com!
