Lomandra

Lomandra is a hardy Australian Native clumping grass - like plant related to the grass tree and are readily available for sale in range of pot sizes.

Strappy leaves and flower spikes that are fragrant in summer. A tough ground cover and can grow in full sun to shade. Lomandra longifolia is widely used in landscaping. The smaller growing Lomandra confertifolia is also used.

Lomandra Species and cultivars

Lomandra longifolia 'Tanika' is a finer leafed more compact form with yellow flowers. Lomandra filiformis 'Savanna Blue' has a blue tinge to the foliage, stunning as a contrast.

Species such as Lomandra longifolia 'Tanika' have become a widely used as foliage plant in the landscaping industry. A great ground cover plant and a good alternative for exotic species.

Lomandra confertifolia ssp. pallida (see picture above right) is an excellent clump forming plant for a low border or hedge in full sun to part shade. Attractive light green foliage it can also be used as an accent plant in the border. Due to its low maintenance nature it is also widely used in roadside mass plantings.

Lomandra confertifolia spp. rubiginosa 'Seascape' has wonderful blue grey foliage, reaching around 70cm with weeping foliage, an excellent plant for the border or as a feature in a container.

Lomandra longifolia or 'Spiny-headed Mat Rush' and Lomandra confertifolia are probably the most widely used species. New cultivars such as Lomandra filiformis 'Savanna Blue' and Lomandra longifolia 'Tanika' are now available for sale from selected Nurseries