Juncus inflexus
hard rush
Flower Color
Description
Densely tufted, leafless perennial to 60cm tall, with matt, blue-green cylindrical stems and brown flowers produced in small, loose flowerheads on the ends of the stems from late spring to midsummer
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedPoorly-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenPatio and container plantsFlower borders and beds