About
A hairy, tuberous-rooted perennial from South America (Chile and Argentina) with broadly ovate, hairy, mid-green leaves and a branching, leafy stem bearing sweetly fragrant, white, tubular, 5-petalled flowers at night in summer. A fragrant and unusual tender perennial for a warm, sheltered, well-drained border or conservatory.
About the genus
Juncus can be annuals, deciduous or evergreen perennials, forming clumps of narrow, often cylindrical leaves, with clusters of small brown flowers borne on leaf-like stems in summer
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.