Botanical Name: Common Names:
Lomandra confertifolia rubiginosa Frosty Tops Mat Rush,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Grasses, Strappy & Tufting Clumping, Tufting
Description:
Grey-green tufting native grass with narrow arching foliage. Butterflies are attracted to the yellow flowers from Autumn to Spring. Foliage is soft, quite child and pet friendly. Use for foliage near pools, in containers or mass planted in the garden. Great for coastal landscapes. Grows approx. 50cm x 50cm.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
15-30cm 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Coastal Garden, Foliage Feature / Colour, Habitat, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes: Easy to maintain - remove spent flower stalks if necessary. Plant can be cut back to one third every few years to refresh the foliage.
Plant Care
Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser
Family Name: Origin:
Xanthorrhoeaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green, Grey
Flower Colour: Yellow
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Autumn, Spring
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: High
Wind: High
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