Lomandra fluviatilis ‘Shara’ – Mat Rush

Lomandra fluviatilis 'Shara'
Lomandra fluviatilis 'Shara'
Lomandra fluviatilis 'Shara'

A clumping grass-like perennial with narrow leaves that have a slight blue-grey tinge. A good hardy and care free plant for borders or containers, and for larger landscaping uses. It copes with humidity and less well drained soils better than some other Lomandras, but does not like boggy conditions. Phytophthora resistant. It has scented yellow to cream flowers in spring and summer. If growth becomes untidy, it is simple to cut back for fresh new growth. Drought and frost tolerant.

Family : Lomandraceae

Cultivar Name: Shara

Plant Type : Grass or grass-like

Width : 0.6

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer

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, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Erosion control, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing

Scientific Name: Lomandra fluviatilis

Common Name : Mat Rush

Height : 0.5

Flower Color : Cream

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Bees, Other insects, Lizards