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Looking for “lomandra tanika for sale” in New Zealand? Discover the versatile, hardy Lomandra Tanika (Mat Rush), one of the most popular landscape grasses for Kiwi gardens and commercial spaces. Coveted for its soft, fine, arching leaves and its ability to thrive with minimal care, Lomandra Tanika is a top choice for mass planting, borders, and erosion control. Its elegant, evergreen foliage provides year-round colour and texture, while its drought tolerance makes it a reliable performer for those seeking low-maintenance beauty.

Lomandra 'Tanika'

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Lomandra Tanika is a hardy, Australian Native grass that is commonly known as Mat Rush. This grass features fine, deep-green foliage and a graceful, arching habit. It grows to around 70 cm tall and 65 cm wide, forming neat clumps that thrive in full sun or partial shade. This low-maintenance variety is highly tolerant of drought, frost, wind, and coastal conditions, making it ideal for New Zealand gardens, borders, mass plantings, and commercial landscapes.

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  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Grasses
  • Height:
    70 cm
  • Spread:
    60 cm
  • Flowering time:
    Spring
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
  • Garden uses:
    Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Why Choose Lomandra Tanika?

Lomandra Tanika stands out among ornamental grasses for its lush green clumps and graceful form. Reaching about 60cm high and wide at maturity, this compact variety is perfect for pathways, coastal gardens, and exposed sites. It handles wind, frost, and even periods of dryness, flourishing where other plants may struggle. Tanika is also non-invasive, so you can confidently use it in both residential and commercial landscapes.

Ideal Uses for Lomandra Tanika

Planting and Care Tips

Plant your Lomandra Tanika in full sun to part shade, ensuring the soil is well-draining. Water regularly during establishment, but once settled, Lomandra Tanika is remarkably drought-hardy. An annual tidy-up of older leaves keeps plants looking their best, and an occasional feed with a slow-release fertiliser will enhance growth.

Explore Other Lomandra and Grass Varieties

For those expanding their garden palette, we offer a wide selection of hardy grasses and lomandra cultivars. Consider pairing Lomandra Tanika with the silvery tones of Lomandra Frosty Tops or the bright lime shades of Lomandra Lime Tuff. For unique texture, Lomandra White Sands brings contrasting foliage colour, while Lomandra Nyalla offers a narrow-leaved form ideal for modern designs. Taller borders can benefit from the robust Lomandra Titan, and compact spaces are well suited to Lomandra Little Con.

You can also discover complementary grasses such as Luzula picta for woodland-inspired plantings, Acorus Mini Green (Sweet Flag) for damp areas, or the striking forms of Ischyrolepis subverticillata (Restio) and Restio tetraphyllus (Tassel Grass).

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Browse our range and discover Lomandra Tanika for sale with nationwide delivery, healthy stock, and expert advice from our dedicated nursery team. Whether you’re starting a new garden or refreshing a public space, Lomandra Tanika is a tried-and-true choice for landscape success in New Zealand.


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