Lomandra
confertifolia 'Wingarra'
'SIR 5'
Looks like grass,
but needs no trimming
Suitable for
most Australian Climate Zones
This tough little Lomandra has a very fine texture, which from a distance gives it the appearance of a Native Tussock Grass (Poa labillardieri). Unlike Poa, this plant will generally not need trimming. Its blue appearance provides a nice contrast to other plants. Wingarra is slightly slower to establish than other
Lomandra, so in cooler climates, larger size pots are helpful. In warmer climates, more options are available. Check with your local grower.
No
Irrigation required once established in most populated areas of
Australia. Water well for the first 12 weeks until established. Wingarra
is an Australian native and is often used on roadside plantings, where
it performs and looks great, with no irrigation only natural rainfall.
In extra dry climates such as Perth or desert areas, occasional top up
watering may be required in the warmer months. Increased irrigation
frequency will not adversely affect Wingarra. In severe drought
occasional top up watering will result in more beautiful plants.
Wingarra grows to approximately 300mm in height with a spread of 300mm. It is drought and frost tolerant. It needs much less trimming, and is much less likely to brown off in Summer and Winter.
Description:
Compact, clumping, ornamental, blue foliage plant. Similar in habit to a tussock grass, but rarely needs trimming.
Position:
Tolerates a wide range of climatic conditions. Full sun to part shade. Very hardy, excellent drought and frost tolerance.
Uses:
Mass planting. Foliage or grassy garden. Accent or border plant.
Care:
Plant in well mulched garden. Fertilise once per year with a slow release fertiliser. Trim every 3-4 years to remove older leaves.
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