Mat Rush
Lomandra longifolia
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Aug 25, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Mat Rush
Lomandra (Lomandra longifolia) is a tough, clumping, strap-leafed perennial native to eastern Australia, forming fountains of stiff, arching yellow-green foliage. It is widely used in low-maintenance landscapes for its exceptional drought tolerance, architectural form, and fragrant cream flower spikes. Starting at $12.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Thrives in full sun to partial shade; in NE Florida, full sun produces the most compact, tidy clumps, though afternoon shade is tolerated and reduces stress during peak summer heat.
Drought tolerant once established; water regularly for the first growing season to develop deep roots, then reduce to supplemental irrigation only during extended dry periods.
Adapts to sandy, clay, or loam soils as long as drainage is adequate; apply a slow-release balanced fertilizer once in spring. Avoid overwatering or soggy conditions, which can cause crown rot.
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Common questions
Is Mat Rush a good plant for St. Augustine?
Mat Rush is a grass for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 2-3 feet × 2-3 feet (varies by cultivar - dwarf forms smaller).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.