A clumping grass-like perennial with attractive narrow bluish-green foliage and masses of perfumed yellow flowers in spring. Great as a background or mass planting in the garden. This cultivar has proven to be very adaptable and is arguably the best Lomandra on the market for appearance and all round performance. Grows in sandy to clay soils, and full sun to shaded positions.
Lomandra longifolia ‘Tanika’ – Mat Rush
Family : Lomandraceae
Cultivar Name: Tanika
Plant Type : Grass or grass-like
Width : 0.6
Flowering Time : Spring
Soil Type : Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Poor soil
Climate Zone : Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool, Semi-arid
Growth Habit : Evergreen
Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained
Special Uses : Erosion control, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing
Scientific Name: Lomandra longifolia
Common Name : Mat Rush
Height : 0.5
Flower Color : Yellow
pH Level : Neutral
Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Light : Sunny, Light shade
Lifespan : Perennial
Frost Tolerance :
Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Other insects, Lizards