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Giant Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon intermedius) growing in South Florida
Grade Florida #1

Giant Mondo Grass — South Florida Plant Guide

Ophiopogon intermedius

Family: Asparagaceae · Groundcover

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Itilizasyon Peyizaj

shade garden accentbold border edgingmass shade groundcovertropical shade garden

Etikèt Estil

japaneseshade gardenbold texturetropical

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full ShadePartial ShadePartial Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low3/10

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

Moderate water. 2x per week dry season. Consistent moisture for best appearance in shade gardens.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandyloamlimestone

Fertilizer: Light balanced granular.

Schedule: February and May light balanced fertilizer.

Tolerans Sèl

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Wotè Matire
0.751.5 ft
Lajè Matire
0.51 ft
Vitès Kwasans
slow-moderate
Bezwen Dlo
3/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$$
Zòn USDA
7, 8, 9, 10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
4/10

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Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Giant Mondo Grass grow in South Florida?

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

Is Giant Mondo Grass safe for pets?

Giant Mondo Grass is not safe for pets. Berries potentially toxic to pets — same as O. japonicus. Disclose.

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

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

Can Giant Mondo Grass tolerate salt air in South Florida?

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

Is Giant Mondo Grass available in Miami-Dade County?

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

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited availability — specialty nurseries.

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

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited availability.

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

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Better availability in Palm Beach specialty nurseries.

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited availability.

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Very limited availability.

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

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