Ophiopogon jaburan 'Crystal Fan' (Crystal Fan Dwarf Mondo Grass)


Botanical Information

FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusOphiopogon
Speciesjaburan
Cultivar'Crystal Fan'
CategoryPerennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7-10
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH2-H6
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-17.8 - 4.4
Temperature (°F)0-40
HeightLess Than 30 Cm
Spread30-60 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodAugust, September

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA herbaceous perennial with long, leathery, narrow dark, arching foliage and clusters of small silvery mauve flowers.
ShapeDense, tufted habit.
LandscapeExcellent as a contrast plant in borders, rock gardens, or containers.
PropagationPropagate through division in spring.
CultivationGrow in full sun to part shade, in moist, well-drained, humusy, acidic to neutral soil.
PestsNo serious pests or diseases of note. Slugs and snails are occasional pests.
Notable SpecimensHarry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionNarrow dark evergreen leaves.
Flower DescriptionSmall silvery mauve flowers.
Fruit DescriptionBright blue berries.

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