Lomandra longifolia
Landscape value
Lomandra longifolia, commonly known as Mat Rush, is a hardy landscape plant with many applications from commerial to domestic gardens. It makes a great filler plant with very low maintenance. The common form of Lomandra longifolia has high variability in its form. At Bluedale we limit this natural variability by collecting seed from carefully selected forms which have proven to grow well in both coastal and inland climates.
Height
1 metre to 1.5 metres
Width
1 metre to 1.3 metres
Habit
Large strappy leafed plant with green to bluish green foliage.
Flowers and Fruit
Spring & Summer with yellow perfumed flowers.
Aspect
Lomandra grows in full sun and up to 70% shade. It will handle full exposure to coastal winds with only a little leaf tip burn. Good in coastal humidity and grows well inland where it can handle cold to –10ºC and heavy frost - once established after the first season.
Soil Type
Sandy loam, and free draining clay loams
Maintenance
Trim foliage in spring by half every 3 to 5 years, or as needed. Annual trimming can give a topiary effect which looks great. Fertilize after trimming. Be careful when re-mulching and don’t over water.
Available Sizes
Viro-tubes & 140mm Pots
Planting Rates