Juncus gregiflorus ‘Green Rush’ Tas species
$4.50
Origin: Tas, Vic, NSW, WA, NZ. Tasmanian provenance.
Densely tufted perennial rush 0.4-1.7m height. Width 0.6-1.5m. Spreading from underground stems. Straw coloured flowers in Summer. Full sun to part shade. Use for wet areas, ponds, watercourses, drains and dam margins. Suits waste water treatment systems.
Features: Excellent habitat plant. Bird attracting – seed. Frog Habitat.
Description
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Juncus gregiflorus |
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Origin |
Tas, Vic, WA, NSW |
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Form: |
Clump-forming sedge. |
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Type: |
Evergreen |
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Height (typical): |
0.4 – 1.5m |
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Width (typical): |
0.6 -1.5m |
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Growth rate: |
Fast |
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Uses: |
Pond surrounds, drains & bogs |
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Soil type: |
Wet or at least occasionally damp. |
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Position: |
Full sun. |
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Frost hardiness: |
Very frost hardy |
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Drought tolerance: |
Will recover from prolonged dry |
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Wind firmness: |
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Windbreak position: |
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Flowering time: |
Spring & summer |
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Pruning: |
Not required |
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Features: |
Green stems and foliage |
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Good contrast species in a bog garden. |
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Good habitat species. |
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