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Juncus ensifolius

Juncus ensifolius
Sword leaf Rush, Flying Hedgehogs

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A small rush with brownish-black flowers.
Height at maturity
40 cm
Spread at maturity
40 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -34°C
Soil moisture
Damp soil
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Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

Juncus ensifolius is a small rush with flattened stems that will easily find a place on the bank of a small pond. The light green, sword-shaped stems are upright and form a dense clump.

The flowers are borne above the foliage. They are spherical and of a dark brownish colour that contrasts with the foliage.

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Juncus ensifolius (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour black
Flowering time July to September

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour dark green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 40 cm
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Juncus

Species

ensifolius

Family

Juncaceae

Other common names

Sword leaf Rush, Flying Hedgehogs

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

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Planting and care

Easy to grow in any very moist, marshy soil. Tolerates submersion of about 20cm (8in).

Planting period

Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Pond edge
Type of use Border
Hardiness Hardy down to -34°C (USDA zone 4) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Damp soil

Care

Pruning instructions Low maintenance. Remove dried stems. If stiff stems appear, remove them.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time February to March
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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