Grasses

A compact, evergreen plant with blue strappy leaves, Dianella Cassa Blue is an extremely hardy dwarf clumping native grass. Showing off masses of tiny purple-blue starry flowers in spring, followed by blue berries during summer, this variety puts in quite a show for many months of the year. As it is one of the longest-flowering dianellas, Cassa Blue is a perfect choice for edging, potted displays or creating beautiful points of interest in native and exotic garden beds. Dianella are a clumping spreading type of plant and as such are incredibly useful for stabilising the soil.

Soil: Adaptable to most soil types.
Conditions: Full sun to partial shade. Drought, frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 1m x width 0.50m

Lomandra longifolia Nyalla has evergreen fine foliage that looks like a grass tree, but it’s trunkless, faster growing and doesn’t need annual trimming! The arching, strappy leaves frame small vivid yellow flowers from September to October, contrasting nicely against its blue-toned foliage. Nyalla is suited for mass planting in gardens, roadsides, and residential and commercial planting. The foliage is also popular in flower arrangements as foliage filler. 

Soil: Prefers sandy loam, clay loam and free-draining light clay.
Conditions: Full sun to shaded positions. Drought, light frost and coastal hardy.
Size: Height 80cm x width 80cm

Lomandra Lime Tuff is a beautifully neat and compact plant, prized for its fine, upright foliage in a striking shade of fresh lime-green that remains vibrant all year round. During summer, it produces delicate, fragrant yellow flower spikes that add subtle seasonal interest. Perfect for mass planting, Lime Tuff creates a clean, modern look in borders, public spaces, pool surrounds, and understory settings. Hardy, low-maintenance, and versatile, it’s an excellent choice for adding long-lasting colour and texture to any landscape.

Soil: Tolerates most soil types but must be well-draining.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Drought, humid, frost and coastal tolerant.
Size: Height 0.80m x width 0.80m

Ophiopogon Nigrescens, or Black Mondo Grass, presents a captivating addition to any garden with its tufts of sleek, grass-like foliage in a striking purplish-black hue, creating a dramatic contrast against traditional greenery. This evergreen perennial is a versatile choice, serving as an excellent border plant or ground cover along pathways. For container planting, opt for premium potting mix. An annual application of slow-release fertilizer ensures robust growth. At a compact size of 25 centimeters in height and width, it adds depth and allure to any landscape.

Soil: Well-drained sandy, loam, or clay-based soils
Conditions: Full sun/part shade/ full shade. Tolerant of light frost and wind
Size: Height 0.25m x width 0.25m

Miscanthus Sarabande is an attractive, densely tufting ornamental grass featuring graceful, arching strappy foliage and elegant mauve, feathery flower heads from summer through to mid-winter. In autumn, the foliage develops warm burnt-orange tones, while the flower heads gradually mature to silvery-white, providing extended seasonal interest. A hardy and versatile perennial, Sarabande is well suited to mass plantings, borders, rockeries and erosion control. Its graceful form and changing foliage and flower colours make it an excellent choice for adding texture, movement and structure to the garden.

Soil: Adaptable to most soil types.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade. Frost hardy.
Size: Height 1-2m x width 0.60cm-1m

Lomandra Great White™ is a standout feature plant, perfect for adding visual impact to a wide range of landscapes. Unlike many variegated, strappy-leaf plants that are prone to blemishes and spotting, Great White™ is notably clean and resilient, maintaining fresh, attractive foliage year-round. Its compact growth habit and elegant, arching variegated leaves are complemented by fragrant yellow-orange flowers, making it a versatile choice for both functional and decorative planting. Ideal for roadsides, golf courses, commercial spaces, mass plantings, and home gardens, it delivers reliable performance with minimal maintenance. For best results, apply a slow-release fertiliser in spring and prune as needed to maintain its tidy form.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun to moderate shade. Tolerates drought, cold, windy and salt-laden windy positions.
Size: Height 40-50cm x width 40-50cm