Lomandra plants are hardy, drought-tolerant grasses perfect for low-maintenance landscaping across New Zealand. Their strappy foliage, compact form, and ability to thrive in a range of soil and light conditions make them a top choice for borders, mass planting, and erosion control. This collection features popular varieties such as Lomandra Tanika and Lime Tuff, ideal for both residential and commercial settings.
Lomandra Arctic Frost is a resilient, evergreen ornamental grass featuring variegated blue and cream foliage held upright with a gentle arch. Growing...
Lomandra confertifolia 'Seascape' is a hardy, evergreen ornamental grass featuring slender, blue-grey foliage with a graceful, weeping habit. Forming...
Lomandra Echidna is a resilient, evergreen ornamental grass featuring fine, mid-green foliage with a gentle arching habit. Forming neat clumps...
Lomandra Evergreen Baby is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass known for its fine, deep-green foliage and tidy, rounded form. Growing to...
Lomandra Frosty Tops is a hardy, evergreen grass featuring elegant, blue-grey foliage and a soft, weeping form. Growing to around 50 cm tall and...
Lomandra Green Allure is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass featuring slender, deep-green foliage with a gentle arching habit. Forming neat clumps...
Lomandra Katrinus Deluxe is a robust, evergreen ornamental grass known for its mid-green, arching foliage and tidy clumping habit. Growing to...
Lomandra ‘Lime Tuff’ is one of the best low-maintenance grasses for New Zealand landscapes. Its vibrant lime-green foliage and compact form make it...
Lomandra Little Con is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass known for its fine, lush green foliage and tidy, rounded form. Growing to approximately...
Lomandra Little Lime is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass known for its vibrant lime-green foliage and tidy, rounded form. Growing to...
Lomandra Little Pal is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass known for its fine, green-yellow foliage and tidy, rounded form. Growing to...
Lomandra Misty Green is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass known for its fine, dark green foliage and tidy, rounded form. Growing to approximately...
Lomandra Nyalla is a robust, evergreen ornamental grass featuring fine, lush green foliage and a graceful, arching form. Reaching approximately 80 cm...
Lomandra Shara is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass renowned for its fine, dark green foliage and graceful arching form. Reaching approximately...
Lomandra White Sands is a robust, evergreen ornamental grass renowned for its striking variegated foliage. Featuring arching, cream and green-striped...
Lomandra Blue Ridge is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass prized for its attractive blue-green foliage and tidy, clumping growth habit. Reaching...
Lomandra Breeze is a resilient, evergreen ornamental grass renowned for its fine, arching green foliage and graceful form. Reaching approximately 50...
Lomandra confertifolia is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass known for its fine, bright green foliage and tidy, rounded form. Growing to...
Lomandra Crackerjack is a robust, evergreen ornamental grass featuring fine, green foliage with a gentle arching habit. Forming tidy clumps...
Lomandra Dalliance is a robust, evergreen ornamental grass featuring fresh green foliage that radiates outward in a tidy clump. Reaching...
Lomandra Empress is a robust, evergreen ornamental grass featuring fine, green foliage with a gentle arching habit. Forming tidy clumps approximately...
Lomandra Eve is a resilient, evergreen ornamental grass featuring slender, deep-green foliage with a gentle arching habit. Growing to approximately...
Lomandra Fine and Dandy is a robust, evergreen ornamental grass featuring fine, green foliage with a gentle arching habit. Forming tidy clumps...
Lomandra Golden Spray is a hardy, evergreen ornamental grass featuring fine, lime-green foliage with a graceful weeping habit. Forming neat clumps...
Lomandra hystrix, commonly known as Mat Rush or Creek Mat Rush, is a robust, evergreen ornamental grass featuring mid-green foliage with a gentle...
Lomandra Lime Divine is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass known for its fine, lime-green foliage and graceful, weeping form. Reaching...
Lomandra Lime Wave is a resilient, evergreen ornamental grass featuring fine, lime-green foliage with a gentle arching habit. Forming tidy clumps...
Lomandra Little Cricket is a compact, evergreen ornamental grass featuring fine, mid-green foliage with a gentle arching habit. Forming neat clumps...
Lomandra Long John Silver is a robust, evergreen ornamental grass known for its fine, silver-grey foliage and dense, tufted form. Reaching...
Lomandra longifolia, also known as Spiny-Head Mat-Rush or Basket Grass, is a resilient, evergreen ornamental grass native to Australia. Growing to...
Lomandra Platinum Beauty is a hardy, variegated grass prized for its striking foliage and versatility. This easy-care plant forms graceful clumps of...
Lomandra Silver Grace is a resilient, evergreen ornamental grass featuring fine, silver-blue foliage with a graceful arching habit. Forming neat...
Lomandra Tanika is a hardy, evergreen grass with fine, deep-green foliage and a graceful, arching habit. It grows to around 70 cm tall and 65 cm...
Lomandra Titan is a robust, evergreen ornamental grass featuring deep green, strap-like foliage that forms a tidy clump approximately 1.5 meters tall...
Lomandra Verday is a resilient, evergreen ornamental grass featuring mid-green, arching foliage that forms neat, symmetrical clumps approximately 50...
Lomandra Wingarra is a tough and reliable ornamental grass featuring beautiful, fine-green foliage with a gentle arch. Forming tidy clumps...
Buying quality plants can be a challenge at times. However, The Plant Company makes this job easy by offering a comprehensive range of high quality Lomandra varieties. We appreciate that buying online is somewhat of a leap of faith given you are putting your trust in us. Therefore, we only ship plants that we would happily buy and plant ourselves. We propagate and nurture plants ready for their new home and take pride in exceeding our customers’ expectations. Our impressive Google Rating shows we are good at what we do!
Yes, the Frosty Top Lomandra is available in NZ and you can get it from The Plant Company. Our Lomandra 'Frosty Tops' are beautiful plants and will be a welcome addition to your garden!
If you are looking for a hardy, low-maintenance plant that can enhance the aesthetics of your garden, Lomandra might just be what you need. Known for its resilience and versatility, Lomandra is a popular choice among gardeners and landscapers alike. This article will guide you through everything you need to know about Lomandra, including its varieties, benefits, and how to buy and grow it effectively.
Lomandra, often referred to as mat rush, is a genus of perennial herbs native to Australia. It belongs to the Asparagaceae family and is well-known for its tough, grass-like foliage. Lomandra grasses are particularly appreciated for their ability to thrive in various environments, from coastal areas to arid landscapes.
New Zealand offers a variety of Lomandra species that are well-suited to the local climate. Here are some popular Lomandra varieties you can consider for your garden:
Lomandra longifolia
One of the most common and widely used varieties, Lomandra longifolia, is known for its long, narrow leaves and ability to tolerate harsh conditions. It’s perfect for erosion control and can be used in mass plantings or as a border plant.
Lomandra ‘Tanika’
‘Tanika’ is a compact variety of Lomandra longifolia, known for its fine, bright green foliage and yellow flower spikes. It is ideal for urban landscapes and smaller garden spaces due to its tidy growth habit.
Lomandra ‘Lime Tuff’
As the name suggests, ‘Lime Tuff’ features vibrant lime green leaves that provide a pop of color in the garden. It’s highly tolerant of humidity and frost, making it a versatile choice for various climates.
Lomandra ‘Seascape’
‘Seascape’ is prized for its blue-green foliage and compact growth form. It’s perfect for coastal gardens or as an accent plant in mixed borders.
Environmental Benefits
Lomandra is not only easy on the eyes but also beneficial for the environment. Its extensive root system helps stabilize soil and prevent erosion, making it an excellent choice for slopes or areas prone to runoff.
Attracts Wildlife
The flowers of Lomandra grasses attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, contributing to the biodiversity of your garden. Additionally, the dense foliage provides shelter for small animals and insects.
Cost-Effective Landscaping
Due to its low water and maintenance requirements, Lomandra is a cost-effective option for landscaping. Once established, it requires minimal irrigation and can thrive with occasional pruning, reducing ongoing garden care costs.
When purchasing Lomandra, it's crucial to consider the specific needs of your garden and the variety that best suits your landscape design. Here are some tips for buying Lomandra:
Where to Buy
You can purchase Lomandra from The Plant Company.
What to Look For
When selecting Lomandra plants, look for healthy, vibrant foliage and a well-developed root system. Avoid plants with yellowing leaves or signs of disease.
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