{"product_id":"lomandra-glauca-blue-ridge","title":"Lomandra glauca 'Blue Ridge'","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Ridge Mat Rush\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lomandra glauca 'Blue Ridge'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asparagaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia (cultivated selection)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen clumping perennial (strappy leaf)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA striking Australian native grass perfectly suited to Adelaide's Mediterranean climate, Lomandra glauca 'Blue Ridge' forms neat, upright clumps of fine, blue-grey strappy foliage that brings cool-toned texture and year-round structure to water-wise gardens. Compact, tough and exceptionally low-maintenance, it thrives in full sun or shade, tolerates drought, frost, wind and coastal conditions with ease. Ideal for mass planting, borders, edging, rockeries and containers, 'Blue Ridge' delivers soft blue-grey colour, fine texture and reliable performance across Adelaide's toughest landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–60 cm H × 40–60 cm W (compact, upright clumping habit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, narrow blue-grey to silvery-grey strappy leaves; upright, arching habit; evergreen year-round with consistent cool-toned colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, cream to pale yellow flower spikes in spring (September–November); lightly fragrant; mostly hidden within foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers lightly fragrant—subtle, sweet scent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen blue-grey structure year-round; subtle spring flowering; foliage colour intensifies in cooler months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers attract native bees and beneficial insects; provides shelter and habitat for small native wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional drought tolerance once established; exceptional heat tolerance; frost-hardy (tolerates moderate to heavy frosts); excellent wind tolerance; exceptional coastal tolerance—highly salt-spray and wind resistant; adapts to full sun or deep shade; poor soil tolerant; tolerates waterlogging better than most lomandras (but still prefers well-drained soils)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mass planting: 3–5 plants per m²; Edging\/border: 50–70 cm apart for continuous effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—non-toxic and safe for pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to full shade (highly adaptable; blue-grey colour is best in full sun; tolerates deep shade exceptionally well)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained loam, sandy loam, clay loam, or gravelly soil; thrives in poor, lean soils; tolerates Adelaide's alkaline soils; adapts to heavier soils better than many native grasses; excellent in containers with premium potting mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEstablishment:\u003c\/em\u003e Deep soak twice weekly for 6–8 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEstablished:\u003c\/em\u003e Deep soak every 14–21 days in summer (or less—extremely drought-tolerant); minimal to no watering in winter once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very low maintenance; trim back tatty or damaged foliage in late winter (cut to 10–15 cm above ground to refresh); avoid fertilisers (thrives in lean soils); use low-phosphorus native fertiliser sparingly if desired; virtually pest and disease-free; weed-suppressing once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20+ years with minimal care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for Mediterranean and temperate South Australia—Adelaide plains, foothills, Fleurieu Peninsula, coastal and inland gardens; thrives in exposed, difficult, and shaded sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to mildly alkaline (pH 6.5–8.0); performs exceptionally well on Adelaide's calcareous soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMass planting in water-wise garden beds for soft blue-grey textural carpets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEdging along paths, driveways, or garden borders for cool-toned definition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eContemporary and modern landscapes paired with gravel, pavers, and architectural hardscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUnderstory planting beneath trees or in shaded areas where other plants struggle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCoastal gardens and beachfront properties—exceptional salt and wind tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRockeries and gravel gardens for textural contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMixed native gardens with westringia, dianella, and native grasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLow-maintenance nature strips and verges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLarge containers and pots for patios and courtyards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eErosion control on slopes and embankments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e'Blue Ridge' mat rush is the ultimate set-and-forget native grass for Adelaide's toughest conditions. Fine blue-grey foliage delivers year-round cool-toned beauty with virtually no maintenance, thriving equally well in blazing sun or deep shade, drought or occasional wet feet, coastal salt or inland heat. Compact, tough, and effortlessly elegant—it's the versatile native workhorse for water-wise South Australian landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48751144567036,"sku":"LOMA-GLAU-BLUE-RIDG-140MM","price":14.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/lomandra-glauca-blue-ridge-mat-rush-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1770432958","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/lomandra-glauca-blue-ridge","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}