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LOMANDRA longifolia 'Tanika'
Commonly known as Spiny-headed mat rush
Arching lime-green leaves
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Eastern South Australia, New South Wales, eastern Tasmania -
Evergreen
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Cream
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Panicles
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Australian / New Zealand
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BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
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Coastal / windswept
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Patio / pot plants
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Linear
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Height
50cm (20in) -
Spread
60cm (24in) -
Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialDense, tussock-forming rhizomatous perennial with linear, flat or nearly flat leaves. Produces very small cylindrical flowers in racemes or panicles 30-90cm (12-36in) long
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilModerately fertile
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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