Meet a virtually indestructible green companion for your garden.
The Long Mat-rush is a hardy, evergreen perennial plant that grows in dense, grassy clumps. It reaches about one meter in height and features deep green, strap-like leaves with small notches at the tips. This versatile plant fits perfectly along garden borders, pathways, or alongside companion plants like kangaroo paw and bottlebrush.
Growing this plant is remarkably easy because it tolerates drought and thrives in almost any light, from full sun to deep shade. It requires very little water once established and grows at a moderate pace. You can easily propagate it by dividing the clumps or planting its seeds.
In spring, the plant produces yellow, spiny flower heads that carry a pleasant aroma and attract bees, butterflies, and birds to your yard. Both the flowers and the long green leaves are edible, making it a useful addition to a sensory garden. Best of all, it is completely non-toxic to both humans and household pets.