Juncus edgariae

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Juncus edgariae, Edgars Rush, Wiwi Plant, Common Rush Grass

Juncus edgariae is the most prevalent species of Rush in New Zealand and grows as a tight clump with bright green, stem-like leaves. It typically grows to 75 cm tall and the same wide but will spread to colonise a larger area with time. Juncus edgariae is commonly used in riparian and wetland plantings but is also included in modern gardens where it is used in borders and mixed plantings.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Grasses
Height:	75 cm
Spread:	60 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:	Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Juncus edgariae, Edgars Rush, Wiwi Plant, Common Rush Grass

Juncus edgariae Details

Juncus edgariae is the most prevalent species of Rush in New Zealand. This native is commonly found in open scrub, wet areas of pasture, or around the edges of wetlands. It grows as a tight clump with bright green, stem-like leaves. It typically grows to 75 cm tall and the same wide but will spread to colonise a larger area with time. It grows best in heavy, wet soils that do not dry out, and is tolerant of dry periods, frost, coastal environments, and wind. Juncus edgariae is commonly used in riparian and wetland plantings but is also included in modern gardens where it is used in borders and mixed plantings.