Juncus effusus (Common Rush)

Common Rush, Soft Rush, Corkscrew Rush, Pin Rush, Sugar Grass, Bog Rush, Mat Rush

Juncus effusus has soft grass like stems that produce small flowers. This wetland plant attracts birds and it can be useful near ornamental ponds or other marshy areas.

Plant Type Ornamental Grasses, Perennials, Aquatic Plants
Hardiness Zone 4-10
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Height2' - 4' (ft)
Spread2' - 4' (ft)
Spacing 24"-48" (in)
Water Needs High
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil PH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Poorly Drained
Characteristics Evergreen, Showy
Tolerance Wet Soil
Attracts
Garden Uses Bog Gardens, Patio and Containers, Ponds and Streams, Rain Gardens, Water Gardens
Juncus effusus (Common Rush) | Common Rush, Soft Rush, Corkscrew Rush, Pin Rush, Sugar Grass, Bog Rush, Mat Rush || Juncus effusus has soft grass like stems that produce small flowers. This wetland plant attracts birds and it can be useful near ornamental ponds or other marshy areas.
Full Sun, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, High Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Poorly Drained, Evergreen, Showy, Wet Soil Tolerant, Bog Gardens, Patio and Containers, Ponds and Streams, Rain Gardens, Water Gardens
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