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Elk Blue California Gray Rush — Juncus patens 'Elk Blue'
Elk Blue California Gray Rush — Juncus patens 'Elk Blue'
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Juncus patens 'Elk Blue'
Fine, upright steel-blue stems give this spreading rush a strong vertical shape beside softer grasses and flowering perennials.
Growing conditions
Plant in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly through establishment and during hot spells to keep the foliage looking its best. Established plants tolerate periods of dryness.
A vigorous rush that grows about 1–2 feet tall and spreads to 2–3 feet wide. It adapts to many soils and tolerates heavy ground and seasonal saturation.
Landscape uses and care
Use beside ponds, in rain gardens, or in large containers. Dense stems offer cover for small wildlife in moist plantings. Remove weathered stems at the base as needed and divide crowded clumps.
Photo shows the species for reference. Cultivar appearance may vary. Photo by Stickpen · Public domain.
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