Juncus polyanthemus

Also Known As

Juncus polyanthemos
Australian Silver Rush

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic

size

H: 4'
W: 3'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Juncus polyanthemus plant details

Juncus polyanthemus is an evergreen perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue and green foliage. In summer chocolate flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juncus polyanthemus

Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: juncaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: chocolate blooms in summer
Uses: bog garden, border plant, easy-to-grow, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juncus polyanthemus

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Easily swayed by the slightest breeze, the upright thicket of slender, gray-green cylindrical stems has an engaging kinetic presence. This versatile grasslike perennial yields small brown flower clusters at its stem tips and makes an exceptional fine textured companion for a lush grass such as Molinia 'Bergfreund' in a mixed planting or along a pond or stream bank. Found sauntering about Australia's coastal areas, it can handle dry or moist sites and appreciates a hard late winter pruning to ensure fresh looking spring growth.