The Botanical Society
Lomandra longifolia - Mat Rush
Lomandra longifolia - Mat Rush
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This tough adaptable hardy native tussock showcases arching strappy leaves that create a lush, year-round evergreen textural display.
Incredibly drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, Mat Rush thrives in Brisbane's full sun to part shade conditions, making it ideal for mass planting, borders, erosion control, feature pots, and large-scale landscapes.
Origin: Australia
Attracts: Habitat structure 
Plant Guide
Plant Guide
What to use me for: mass planting, erosion control, roadsides, habitat strips.
I grow to: 0.8–1.0m high × 0.8–1.2m wide.
Features: very hardy, drought and wind tolerant.
Plant Care
Plant Care
Where to place me: Full sun to Part shade.
How far to space me: 60–80cm centres.
Soil Conditions: Free-draining; tolerates clay, once established.
Extra-Care: Cut back hard every few years; slow-release native feed.
Pickup Hours
Pickup Hours
- Wed–Sat | 9–3pm
- Sun | 9–1pm
- Collection: 854 Waterworks Rd, The Gap
- On arrival: provide confirmation 'ready to collect' email, we’ll assist with loading.
