How to Grow and Care for Matt rushes

This perennial herb, the spiny-head mat-rush or Lomandra longifolia, is commonly found in Australia. It is highly drought-tolerant and often used in roadside plantings in New Zealand and the United States.

Slender mat rush is a native Australian plant with a range of uses. Its tough, strap-like leaves make it a popular choice for erosion control and it is often used in landscaping. Aboriginal Australians have also used the plant's leaves to make string and baskets. The plant's dense foliage provides habitat for small animals, and its unique appearance adds visual interest to any garden.

Many flowered matrush is a perennial herb recognized for its robust, tufted form. Adaptable to various landscapes, its grass-like foliage stands out, presenting as long, narrow leaves that form a dense tussock. Unique among its genus, it boasts clusters of small, fragrant flowers, creating a striking visual against the greenery, while its underground rhizomes aid in survival, promoting regeneration and resilience in challenging conditions.

Lomandra nigricans is a resilient perennial with long, arching, grass-like leaves that form a dense tussock. Its striking blackened flower spikes emerge in contrast to its green foliage, revealing clusters of small, fragrant blossoms adapted to thrive in the harsh, dry environments it typically inhabits. This plant exhibits a hardy nature, surviving where less robust species may succumb.

Lomandra spicata is a resilient Australian native perennial with grass-like foliage. Its slender, long leaves form dense tufts, adapting to withstand drought and poor soils. Springtime unveils subtle, aromatic flower spikes that protrude elegantly above the foliage, attracting pollinators while contributing to the plant's hardiness and landscape beauty.