Pathrush (Juncus tenuis)

A short, bunching rush known for persisting in marginal conditions. Tolerant of clay soil, mild to moderate foot traffic and compaction, and some drought. In its preferred marginal conditions, it rarely exceeds 1’ in height. Easily grown, but prone to being crowded out by taller plants in garden conditions.  Light: Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade Soil Moisture: Wet, Wet Mesic, Mesic Soil Type: Clay Loam, Clay, Gravely Height: .5’-2’ Bloom Color: - Bloom Time: May-Sep Root Type: Fibrous Notable Wildlife Interactions: Little data available. Foliage is tough when mature and likely avoided by mammalian herbivores.