'Wingarra' Lomandra confertifolia SIR 5
Landscape value
Wingarra has arching, fine blue, grass like foliage that resembles the popular blue Poa grass. Wingarra is a tough hardy plant which is ideal for dry land plantings in non-irrigated gardens. It also makes a great border or edging plant.
Height
300mm to 400mm
Width
400mm to 500mm
Habit
Wingarra has arching, fine blue, grass like foliage
Flowers and Fruit
Flowers: Spring & Summer with masses of small yellow, beautifully perfumed flowers that spread a sweet scent through the landscape early morning and late afternoon.
Aspect
Wingarra will grow in complete full sun and up to 70% shade. Good for seaside aspects & coastal humidity, provided it has good air circulation and good drainage. It grows well inland where it can handle heat & cold to –10ºC and medium level frost.
Soil Type
Sandy loam and free draining clay loams.
Maintenance
Trim back foliage to 200mm above the ground every 3 to 5 years, if needed. Fertilize with slow release fertilizer after trimming to encourage fresh re-growth. Be careful when re-mulching and don’t over water.
Available Sizes
140mm Pots only.
Planting Rates