Overview
Lomandra longifolia is a clump-forming grass like in the genus Lomandra, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows 0.01 metres wide. Lomandra longifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include border, ground cover and container.
About
Lomandra longifolia, commonly known as spiny-head mat-rush, spiky-headed mat-rush, or basket grass, is a perennial, rhizomatous herb found throughout eastern Australia. The leaves are 40 cm to 80 cm long, and generally have a leaf of about 8 mm to 12 mm wide. It grows in a variety of soil types and is frost, heat and drought tolerant. It is native to New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria. In the garden it prefers full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it is hardy through an average UK winter (RHS H4). Suggested uses include border, ground cover and container. It tolerates neutral soils, well-drained conditions and south-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
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About the genus
Lomandra, commonly known as mat rushes, is a genus of perennial, herbaceous monocots in the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Lomandroideae. The genus was first described in 1805 by Jacques Labillardière.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lomandra
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Lomandra longifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Grass Like
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Spread
- 0.01 metres
- Suggested uses
- Border, ground cover, container
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lomandra longifolia
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Resistant
- Disease resistance
- Resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lomandra longifolia?
Lomandra longifolia prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lomandra longifolia need?
Lomandra longifolia grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Lomandra longifolia grow?
Lomandra longifolia reaches a spread of 0.01 metres.
Is Lomandra longifolia hardy in the UK?
Lomandra longifolia has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Lomandra longifolia?
Division, seed.
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