A clumping grass-like perennial with broad shiny green foliage and masses of scented yellow flowers in spring. Great as a background plant or for mass planting in the garden and larger landscaping. Grows well in both sun and shade, tolerant of humidity and damper soils. Will handle periods of dryness, but watering will produce a happier plant. Suits most soil types, great for erosion control, for rain gardens and the thick growth will suppress weeds. Fertilise in spring.
Plant Type - Grass or grass-like
Common Name - Mat Rush
Scientific Name - Lomandra hystrix
Family - Lomandraceae
Cultivar Name - Katie Belles
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Minimum Height - 1.5
Maximum Height - 1.8
Minimum Width - 1
Maximum Width - 1
Flower Colour - Cream
Flowering Time - Spring
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Soil Type - Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Container growing, Coastal garden
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool, Semi-arid
Light - Sunny, Light shade, Half shade, Heavy shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage, Boggy poorly drained
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Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Fragrant
Special Uses - Erosion control, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing, Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Other insects, Lizards
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