Juncus effusus - Common Rush (Plant)

Very attractive, structural plant. Good for erosion control along streams, ponds and other sources of regular water. Spreads by rhizomes, can be invasive. A good container plant. Plant Characteristics Family Name Juncaceae Species Name Juncus effusus Common Name Common Rush Plant Type Grass/Grass-Like Sun Exposure Coast-Sun, Coast-Part Sun, Inland-Part Sun, Inland-Shade, Water Requirement High Soil Type Any Flower Color Bronze, Brown, Copper Flowering Months June, July, August Evergreen/Deciduous Evergreen Height by Width 3ft. x 6ft. Growth Rate Slow Endangered Not Ranked Growth Habit Upright, Spreading, Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Throughout California Natural Habitat Wet places Specialty Features