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Juncus effusus f. spiralis

Corkscrew Rush

Plant Type:

GRASSES & GRASS-LIKE PLANTS

Juncus effusus f. spiralis - Rich, green stems spiral in all directions on this wild-haired Medusa. Corkscrew Rush is a fun and easy plant in fertile, moist to wet siting. Nicely spot-lighted in pot culture it can be important in wildlife reclamation, at pond's edge or a fun element in the man-made water garden. Established potted Rush by division.


Height:

12-18 in

Spread:

12-18 in

Zone:

4 to 10
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Characteristics and Attributes for Juncus effusus f. spiralis

Season of Interest (Foliage)

  • Spring / Summer / Autumn

Attributes

  • Wildlife Garden
  • Bog
  • Wetland Reclamation
  • Accent
  • Container
  • Marginal
  • Foliage
  • Cutting Garden
  • Pond, Bog, Wetland

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Moderately Fast

Soil

  • Fertile
  • Moist

Origins

  • Garden Origin

Propagated By

  • Division