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Juncus ensifolius

Also Known As

  • Juncus ensifolius 'Flying Hedgehogs'
  • Flying Hedgehogs
  • Flying Hedgehogs Rush
  • Swordleaf Rush

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic

size

  • H: 8"-14"
  • W: 6"-10"

planting zones

  • 3a-10a

Juncus ensifolius plant details

Juncus ensifolius is an evergreen perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In spring and summer chocolate and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juncus ensifolius

Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: juncaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 8 IN - 14 IN - tall
Flowers: chocolate and purple blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juncus ensifolius

USDA Zones: 3a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This incredibly CUTE! selection of a western native forms an 8" hedgehog topped by small brown ?flying? seed heads; perfect for water features, ponds, containers or naturalizing. S-PSh/W
This rush has deep green, iris-like leaves. Clusters of compact, ball-like clusters of purplish-brown seedheads. Rush grows well in wet, boggy conditions. The clumps of foliage can be used as accents around water. Native plant of the Pacific Northwest.

Gardening facts about Juncus ensifolius plant

How to Grow Juncus ensifolius

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
    • chocolate
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

Landscape groups by tags

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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
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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
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aka Spiny Rush

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 2'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • high - drought tolerant
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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
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Plant Type

Perennial, Aquatic

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 2'-4'

Width: 18"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • standing water - high
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