Name: Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nanus' (Dwarf Mondo Grass)

Average Landscape Size: 2–4 inches tall × 6–8 inches wide; dense, clumping habit (forms colonies if left undivided)

Sun Requirements: Partial shade to full shade; excellent shade tolerance

Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: High

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 6–10; evergreen in Houston-area winters

Fertilization & Pruning: Light fertilizer in spring; rarely needs pruning, divide every 3-4 years

Detailed Description: Here's your perfect Mondo Dwarf Grass in a ready-to-plant 1-gallon size! This little powerhouse stays incredibly compact at just 2–4 inches tall, making it the ideal low-maintenance ground cover for tight spaces. What makes it fantastic? Those dark green grass-like leaves stay beautiful year-round, and it absolutely thrives in shade where other plants struggle! Here in our area, it's completely evergreen through our winters and handles our summer heat like a champ. Perfect for edging walkways, filling in between stepping stones, or creating that manicured look around trees and shrubs. Low water needs once established means it's practically maintenance-free, and deer won't touch it! This is your go-to solution for those challenging shady spots!