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- Q.Mondo Grass - Is Mondo Grass the same as Liropia? (I may have spelled Liropia wrong)
- Q.Mondo Grass - I know it is winter and we are having hard freezes at night. My landscaper planted my mondo ...
- Q.Mondo Grass - Thinking about planting some and heard that using seeds are not a good idea because of the age of the ...
- Q.Mondo Or Monkey Grass - I am not much of a gardener, but I have heard you can seperate mondo grass and replant the ...
- Q.My Mondo Grass Is Turning Yellow And Some Plants Are Drying Up. What Is Happening? - Planted 2 years ago in full sun, zone 9.
- Q.How To Get Rid Of Mondo Grass Taking Over . - Seems to be very difficult to remove with strong root system
- Q.How Long Will The Seeds Last Before Planting Them - I would like to collect the seeds from the mature Mondo grass that I have and keep them until next ...
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Jo Fountain on
May 24, 2017
Montgomery, Al, zone 7Q.Mondo Grass
Is Mondo Grass the same as Liropia? (I may have spelled Liropia wrong)
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 25, 2017A.2 different ornamental grasses.
These articles have information on both types of grass.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/groundcover/monkey-grass/monkey-grass-a-spectacular-groundcover-for-the-lawn.htm
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- Asked by
60318 on
January 4, 2018
35213Q.mondo grass
I know it is winter and we are having hard freezes at night. My landscaper planted my mondo in late October and now it is jan 2018. When will it spread? It gets no traffic. I have not watered it lately. Should I .... with the temperatures and all? It has mulch. Maybe I should refresh the mulch. What do you think?
Answered by
BushDoctor on
January 5, 2018
Certified ExpertA.Whether you mulch or not is up to you. It isn't completely necessary, unless you just want it for looks. The grass will return and start to spread in spring through early summer when it starts to flower. Watering should only be done during very dry spells.
This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/mondo-grass/mondo-grass-care.htm
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March 6, 2018Q.Mondo grass
Thinking about planting some and heard that using seeds are not a good idea because of the age of the seeds when u recieve them. Any information u can give me on the subject would be appreciated,thanks
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 6, 2018A.Mondo Grass is not an easy plant to grow from seed. Germination rates will be better with fresh seed, but certainly starting seeds from a seed source can be done.
Germination rates are generally published on the back of seed packets or in the written information on the seeds.Here is a link with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/mondo-grass/dwarf-mondo-grass-propagation.htm
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July 2, 2019Q.Mondo or monkey grass
I am not much of a gardener, but I have heard you can seperate mondo grass and replant the pieces to thicken up the planted area. If possible, could you show me what to show my husband to do :o)
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 2, 2019A.Most ornamental grasses need to be divided every 2 to 3 years.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/ornamental-grass/dividing-ornamental-grass.htm
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Nancy Cervenak on
August 18, 2019
91342Q.My Mondo Grass is turning yellow and some plants are drying up. What is happening?
Planted 2 years ago in full sun, zone 9.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 19, 2019
Certified ExpertA.They are not tolerant of full sun. This is a shade grass, and at most, partial sun tolerant. Fungal issues can also plague these, too, during wet weather. This article will help you to care for these plants: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/mondo-grass/mondo-grass-care.htm
This article will help you to understand fungicide use: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
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July 29, 2020Q.How to get rid of Mondo grass taking over .
Seems to be very difficult to remove with strong root system
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
July 30, 2020
Certified ExpertA.You are right that this is a difficult plant to get rid of. Here's a link to an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/groundcover/monkey-grass/removing-monkey-grass.htm. If it's out of control, you may want to contact a university extension service in your area for help.
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September 1, 2024
Fleetwood, NC 28626Q.How Long Will The Seeds Last Before Planting Them
I would like to collect the seeds from the mature Mondo grass that I have and keep them until next spring. Is this possible?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 2, 2024
Certified ExpertA.Mondo grass seeds, when stored under proper conditions, can remain viable for about 2 to 3 years, with the best results typically within the first year of storage. To maximize their viability, it's crucial to store the seeds in a cool, dry place with temperatures ideally below 60°F (15°C). Additionally, using airtight containers can help protect the seeds from moisture and pests, which can significantly degrade their germination potential. Properly stored seeds should still have a reasonable germination rate even if planted the following spring.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/mondo-grass/mondo-grass-care.htm
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