The benefits of Mondo herb

If you’re looking for an attractive groundcover to liven up your backyard landscape, mondo grass may be just what you’re looking for. This attractive ornamental grass grows to a height of six to ten inches. The plant remains green all year round and features small, light purple flowers that appear in the summer. Clusters of mondo grass are made up of thick clusters of lush green flora that are often interspersed with flowers that grow on short stalks. This ornamental can be used in your garden in a number of ways.

You can place individual plants in strips along one edge to accent your landscape or plant them tight for closer ground cover. Mondo is often used as a garden edging or to mark the edge of walkways in a backyard or public garden. It can also be used to draw property lines or run parallel to the driveway or road. As a mass planting, mondo grass can sometimes be used as a lawn replacement in low-traffic areas. The benefit of using the plant in this way is that it grows slowly and there is no need to mow. The biggest drawback is that it doesn’t hold up well under foot traffic, so you’ll want to avoid areas of the yard that are used a lot.

This ornamental grass produces a soft, moist topsoil that does not dry out or become flaky. However, you should still be on the lookout for signs of slugs in wet areas. Black mondo grass and dwarf mondo are varieties of this ornamental groundcover that are also worth considering. The black mondo grows close to the ground, is only six inches tall, and has thin, dark flora. The tiny lavender flowers look elegant all summer long, while the shiny black berries bloom in the winter months. The dwarf mondo towers only two to four inches tall and has lush green leaves interspersed with fluffy white flowers. Either type is a great option and they can even be used together to create a textured look.

There are several benefits of using mondo vs. other fatty ornamental:

• It is resistant and easy to grow.

• Spreads quickly and looks like grass from the shade of lush forest.

• It is not necessary to cut it.

• It does well in both sun and shade.

Ornamental groundcover is an essential part of your outdoor landscape. Alternative grass will enhance the tones and contrast in your garden and add a new dimension that your garden may be missing. Mondo grass can be purchased in individual groups at most garden supply outlets and is relatively easy to plant and maintain. If your garden is ready for a new look, this attractive ornamental should be at the forefront of your outdoor wish list.