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Juncus effusus

Soft Rush

• »  Small gold flowers bloom in summer
• »  Clump forming
• »  Provides nesting and cover for wetland birds
• »  Birds eat the seeds that form in the fall
• »  Thrives in wet areas - up to 6 inches of standing water

• Category:Perennial
• Breeder:American Beauties Native Plants
• Hardiness Zone:2-9
• Height:20-24 in
• Spread:30-36 in
• Bloom Color: Green Shades, Yellow Shades

Juncus effusus is a clump forming, wetland plant. Upright, fanning, deep green stems make a great accent in a container or water garden. Soft Rush can be planted at the edge of a pond or in up to 6" of standing water. Inconspicuous golden flowers appear atop the stems in summer. Native to most of North America, soft rush provides food and shelter for birds and other wildlife.