Lomandra longifolia Lomlon Syn Xerotes longifolia, Spiny Head Mat Rush, Basket Grass
Lomandra longifolia Lomlon Syn Xerotes longifolia, Spiny Head Mat Rush, Basket Grass
Product Description
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Lomandra longifolia Syn Xerotes longifolia, Spiny Head Mat Rush, Basket Grass,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Grasses, Strappy & Tufting Clumping, Tufting
Description:
Lomandra longifolia is a versatile and hardy perennial plant. It forms dense clumps of long, strap-like leaves, reaching a height of about 60-90 cm. This evergreen plant is known for its resilience and adaptability to various growing conditions, including drought and poor soil. In late spring to early summer, it produces small yellow flowers on slender stalks. Lomandra longifolia is an excellent choice for adding texture and interest to landscapes, gardens, and containers, and is particularly suitable for low-maintenance and water-wise gardening projects. Grows to approx. 50cm-1m H x W.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
60cm-1m <30cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Any, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Embankment, Erosion Control, Fire Retardant, Foliage Feature / Colour, Habitat, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Park And Gardens, Playgrounds, Rockery, Roundabouts / Splitters, Tropical Garden, Verge, Container / Pot, Native Garden, Under Trees
Pests & Diseases:Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Xanthorrhoeaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Cream, White
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Summer
Fruit: No
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: High
Wind: High
Plant will be supplied in 14cm pot.
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