Dimensions: 1m - 1.5m tall x 1m - 1.5m wide. Lomandra hystrix naturally grows on the edges of fresh and brackish water creeks and rivers. It will tolerate dry conditions, but will do best with some summer watering. Ideal for moist soils.

Flowers: Spring & Summer with openly arranged yellow flowers amongst, and slightly above, the foliage.

Aspect: Lomandra hystrix will grow in complete full sun and also up to 90% full shade, hystrix is one of the most shade tolerant Lomandra spp. It needs a sheltered coastal aspect with protection from sea winds and is tolerant of high humidity. It will grow inland in frost free micro climates, it can handle cold to -1c and very light frost.

Soil Types: Loams and clay loam to clay.

Mulch Type: No problems with any well composted, processed mulch type.

Maintenance: Trim foliage by half in spring every 3 to 5 years, if needed. Fertilize with slow release.

Available Sizes: Viro-tubes and 140mm Pots.

Planting Rates:

Mass planting: Viro-tubes 5 to 7/m2, Pots 3 to 5/m2

Specimen planting: Viro-tubes 3/m2, Pots 1 to 3/m2