About
Juncus articulatus, the jointed rush, is an evergreen, clump-forming perennial rush to 60 cm with cylindrical, jointed, green stems and loose clusters of small, dark-brown flowerheads in summer. A useful plant for pond margins, boggy ground and naturalised planting in moist soils.
About the genus
Juncus, the rushes, are annuals and evergreen or deciduous perennials forming clumps or tussocks of narrow, cylindrical or flattened, often grass-like leaves and bearing clusters of small, brown flowers borne on leaf-like stems in summer. Grown in moist borders, bog gardens and pond margins.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant out after last frost in fertile, well-drained soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly to prolong flowering.
PropagationGrow from seed sown in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.