Buy Juncus effusus f. spiralis

Also Known As

Juncus effusus 'Spiralis'
Juncus inflexus 'Spiralis'
Corkscrew Rush

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

5a-9b

3.5" | $13

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Juncus effusus f. spiralis plant details

Juncus effusus f. spiralis is a semi-evergreen perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer chocolate flowers emerge. Features glossy and grassy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and standing water - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juncus effusus f. spiralis

Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: juncaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: chocolate blooms in summer
Uses: bog garden, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juncus effusus f. spiralis

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: standing water - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and rich

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An eye-catching accent whether in container or garden, the stems of this unusual sedge (a 1-2' high clump) well earn the name ?corkscrew?. S-PSh/MW

By: Forestfarm

This little evergreen (in warmer climates) soft rush is also known as 'Corkscrew Rush'. Tightly spiraled stems fan out in all directions into a clump 14-18" tall and wide. Customers always want to twist the stems around their fingers resulting in a 'tousled' appearance! Likes it wet, will grow in a pot with a saucer of water beneath it, next to a pond or submerged IN a pond. As architectural as it is cute! Likes to bask in the sun with its feet in the mud (spa day).

By: Secret Garden Growers

What a novel little cutie. This form of Juncus has the tightest little coils of wiry foliage. It is a moisture loving plant and will do well around a pond in a bog or in good rich, moist garden soil.

By: Sunshine Farm and Gardens

Plant Above Water Level or up to 4" Under

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

An intriguing selection that lives up to its names, this low-growing spreader bears unusual twisted or corkscrew-like foliage that adds a bit of whismy to the most staid and conservative plantings. Because of its tightly coiled stature, plants generally stay beneath 16" tall, but can spread up to 2' across especially in moist conditions. Plant in water gardens or containers where its unique form may be oggled and admired. Subtle clusters of tawny flowers form at the tips of the slender, dark green foliage. Hardy to 0 °F. Japan.