Common Rush

Stiff, upright foliage makes a good accent for shady, damp spots. Unique seedpods pique interest. Excellent as a ground cover along water's edge, in containers or in streambeds. Prefers consistently moist soil.

Companion Plants

East Indian Holly Fern

Lilyturf

Spike Speedwell

Plant Details

Common name

Common Rush
Botanical name

Juncus patens
Variety

na
Zone

USDA Zone 7 (0°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light

Part sun
Height

18-30" (46-76 cm)
Habit

Columnar
Feed

Slow-release; liquid feed biweekly
Water

Daily
Bloom Color

Green
Bloom Time

No Bloom
Maintenance

Keep weed-free

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

Irene B.'s collection

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