Juncus patens - Common Rush

About Common Rush Plant Family: Juncaceae Plant Type: Rush Height by Width: 1-3' H x 3' W Growth Habit: Upright, fountain-shaped, spreading by rhizomes Deciduous/Evergreen: Evergreen Growth Rate: Fast Sun Exposure: Full sun to shade Soil Preference: Adaptable Water Requirements: Drought-tolerant to regular Cold Hardy to: 15 F Flower Season: Summer Flower Color: Brown Endangered?: Not Listed Distribution: Klamath Range, North Coast Range, Central Western California, South Coast, Channel Islands, Western Transverse Ranges. Natural Habitat: Usually found in moist areas such as stream banks, springs, and seeps, but also occurs in areas of seasonal dryness such as ephemeral streams and ponds. Elevations below 4800'.