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Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush
Lomandra confertifolia subsp. rubiginosa 'Lomlon' PP #23,034
Pronunciation: loh-MAN-druh
SKU #43869
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Fast growing; forms foliage clump 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | A vigorous, clean, brightly colored, lush and compact clump of flat, narrow, lime green leaves provide year-round interest, accented by small yellow flower spikes in summer. A tough, easy-care plant ideal for adding textural interest in mass plantings, dry borders, and containers. Salt spray tolerant. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Light Green |
| Companion Plants | Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Coneflower (Echinacea); Salvia (Salvia); New Zealand Flax (Phormium); Russian Sage (Perovskia) |
| Care Instructions | Provide a loose, well-drained soil. Best with some shade in hot southern regions. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once well established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Prune away or rake out dead foliage before new foliage emerges in early spring. |
| History | Lime Tuff™ (Lomandra 'Lomlon') parentage includes L. longifolia and L. confertifolia spp. pallida. |
Details
| Description | A vigorous, clean, brightly colored, lush and compact clump of flat, narrow, lime green leaves provide year-round interest, accented by small yellow flower spikes in summer. A tough, easy-care plant ideal for adding textural interest in mass plantings, dry borders, and containers. Salt spray tolerant. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Ground Cover |
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| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Light Green |
| Companion Plants | Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Coneflower (Echinacea); Salvia (Salvia); New Zealand Flax (Phormium); Russian Sage (Perovskia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide a loose, well-drained soil. Best with some shade in hot southern regions. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once well established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Prune away or rake out dead foliage before new foliage emerges in early spring. |
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History
| History | Lime Tuff™ (Lomandra 'Lomlon') parentage includes L. longifolia and L. confertifolia spp. pallida. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush produce flowers?
Late spring
Is Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush evergreen or deciduous?
Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush?
Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush is Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Compact Form.
Is Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure
How fast does Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush grow?
Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush in my landscape?
Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush is suitable for: Border, Ground Cover.
What color are Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush flowers?
Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush?
Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush has Light Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush?
Good companion plants for Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush include: Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Coneflower (Echinacea); Salvia (Salvia); New Zealand Flax (Phormium); Russian Sage (Perovskia).
How do I care for Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush?
Provide a loose, well-drained soil. Best with some shade in hot southern regions. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once well established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Prune away or rake out dead foliage before new foliage emerges in early spring.
What is the history of Leading® Lime Tough™ Mat Rush?
Lime Tuff™ (Lomandra 'Lomlon') parentage includes L. longifolia and L. confertifolia spp. pallida.
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About Us
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.