Variegated Dwarf Mat Rush

1 Gallon

$24.00

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Variegated Dwarf Mat Rush

Lomandra longifolia 'Platinum Beauty'

A tough variegated perennial with bright striped foliage, perfect for adding light and contrast to shady, low-care gardens.

$24.00

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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

Variegated Dwarf Mat Rush is a bright and eye-catching selection that illuminates the garden with its striped foliage. Its long, arching leaves are a cheerful green with crisp, creamy-white longitudinal stripes running their length, creating a luminous, variegated effect. Like its green counterpart, it forms a dense, fountain-like clump and produces fragrant yellow flowers. This tough, adaptable plant brings a splash of light to shaded areas and combines beautifully with other foliage plants, all while asking for nothing in return.

Luminous Green & White Variegation: Features attractive, strap-like leaves with bold, creamy-white stripes against a green background, brightening up any planting.
Tough & Adaptable Variegated Plant: Maintains the species' legendary resilience to drought, heat, poor soil, and coastal conditions, even with its variegated foliage.
Neat, Clumping Habit: Grows in a well-behaved, dense mound that maintains its variegated pattern without becoming invasive or messy.
Excellent for Lightening Shade: Particularly effective in partial to full shade, where its stripes reflect light and act as a natural brightener.
Low-Maintenance Accent: Requires no care beyond occasional watering in extreme drought. A superb choice for adding easy, year-round color to low-maintenance gardens.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Features:Gracefully arching, narrow leaves in chartreuse-green with striking white margins create a fountain-like form. Produces fragrant yellow flower spikes that release a sweet, honey-like fragrance in summer.
Mature Height: 2-3 ft
Mature Width: 2-3 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Key Advantages:Triple-threat tolerance - thrives in coastal, drought and wet conditions,Eye-catching variegated foliage for year-round interest,Pollinator-friendly fragrant summer blooms,Low-maintenance evergreen structure
Soil Preference: Adaptable to most soils including sandy and clay
Landscape Uses:Coastal landscapes,Modern garden designs,Erosion control,Container plantings
Special Attributes:Salt and wind resistant,Deer resistant,Winter hardy

Q: Does it need sun to keep its variegation?
A: The variegation is stable and will persist in shade, where it is most valuable for brightening dark corners. It can also tolerate full sun, but in very hot climates, some afternoon shade may prevent potential leaf scorch on the white portions.

Q: Will it revert to solid green?
A: It is a stable cultivar. If you see a solid green shoot appear (reversion), simply prune it out at the base to maintain the plant's variegated appearance.