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Juncus acutus
Also Known As
- Spiny Rush
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Juncus acutus plant details
Juncus acutus is a semi-evergreen perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In spring and summer tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and high - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Juncus acutus
- Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: juncaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 0 - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: tan blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: bog garden, easy-to-grow, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Juncus acutus
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: high - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
Garden photo gallery of Juncus acutus
By: Esculapio
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How to Grow Juncus acutus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- high - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- tan
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Juncus patens 'Carmens Gray'
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic
Zones
6b-11
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'
- sun - mostly sun
- standing water - regular
aka California Gray Rush
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 24"
Width: 24"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Dwarf Corkscrew Rush, UNICORN CORKSCREW RUSH, Unicorn Rush
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 23"-39"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- standing water - regular
Plant Type
Perennial, Aquatic
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 18"
- sun - mostly shade
- standing water - high
aka Common Rush
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 2'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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