Description
Full Sun
to Part Shade
Drought Tolerant
Low water once established
Native Plant
Australian native
Low Maintenance
Easy care
500-600mm
Mature height
600mm
Mature width
Full Sun
to Part Shade
Drought Tolerant
Low water once established
Native Plant
Australian native
Low Maintenance
Easy care
500-600mm
Mature height
600mm
Mature width
Suitable For
Native Gardens
Mass Planting
Borders
Rockeries
Path Edging
Modern Gardens
Why We Recommend It
- Fine, arching green foliage gives gardens a soft, tidy look without needing regular clipping.
- A dependable choice for mass planting, edging paths, filling difficult sunny spots and adding texture around shrubs or feature plants.
- Handles heat and dry periods well once established, making it a practical option for low-maintenance Australian gardens.
Pot Sizes & Plant Heights
Current sizes can vary depending on seasonal stock and supplier availability.
Available sizes and plant heights are an approximate guide only. Stock fluctuates through the season and other sizes may be available. All plant stock and sizes are approximate and subject to grower availability at the time of year. View our Pot Sizes Explained guide.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Lomandra longifolia 'LM300' Tanika |
| Common Names | Tanika Lomandra, Fine Leaf Lomandra, Mat Rush |
| Plant Type | Evergreen native strappy-leaf perennial |
| Position | Full sun to part shade |
| Mature Size | 500-600mm high x 600mm wide |
| Maintenance | Very low maintenance once established. Remove old or damaged foliage as needed and cut back tired clumps if they need refreshing. |
Care Guide
Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Water regularly while establishing, then reduce watering once the plant is settled in. Mulch around the base to help protect the roots and reduce weeds. Tanika generally needs little pruning, but older foliage can be trimmed back if the clump starts to look untidy.
Flowering, Fruiting & Fragrance
| Flower Colour | Small yellow to cream flower spikes |
| Flowering Period | Spring to summer |
| Fruiting | N/A |
Delivery Restrictions
Due to Australian quarantine restrictions, this product cannot be sent to WA, NT or TAS.
Complete The Project
- Native plant fertiliser
- Garden soil improver
- Mulch
- Drip irrigation or soaker hose for mass planting areas
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lomandra Tanika low maintenance?
Yes. Tanika is a very low maintenance plant once established and usually only needs occasional tidying.
Can Lomandra Tanika grow in full sun?
Yes. It grows well in full sun and can also handle part shade, provided the soil drains well.
Is Lomandra Tanika drought tolerant?
Once established, Tanika has good dry tolerance. Water it regularly while it is settling in, especially during hot weather.
Where is Lomandra Tanika best used?
It is commonly used for borders, mass planting, native gardens, rockeries and low-maintenance landscape areas.
