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Evergreen/Deciduous Mature Size
Evergreen 2–4 ft. H
Juncus effusus

Characteristics
Common Rush
A clump forming rush with upright slightly
fanning growth. Spreads slowly from rhizomes
that are 6–10 in. long and grow just beneath
the surface.
Rounded stems and leaves are deep green.

Tiny greenish brown flowers bloom in small
clusters from late spring to mid-summer.
Small straw colored seeds form in a 3
celled capsule.

Grass &
May spread freely; allow ample space.

Emergent