Juncus Inflexus – 1L Marginal Pond Plant

About the Juncus Inflexus

Add a touch of elegance and texture to your water garden with Juncus Inflexus, available in 1-litre pots. Known for its distinctive blue-green, cylindrical stems, this hardy perennial is perfect for creating a striking vertical accent in ponds, streams, and water features.

• Botanical Name: Juncus inflexus
• Common Names: Hard Rush, Blue Rush, Grey Rush
• Plant Size: Grows up to 60-100 cm (24-40 inches) in height
• Spread: Reaches a spread of 30-45 cm (12-18 inches)
• Pot Size: 1 litre
• Foliage: Blue-green, cylindrical stems that are slightly twisted
• Flowers: Small, brownish-green flowers, typically blooming from late spring to early summer
• Growth Habit: Upright, clumping form
• Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Water Depth: Thrives in shallow water up to 10 cm (4 inches) deep or in consistently moist soil at the edge of ponds
• Elegant Foliage: Juncus Inflexus features blue-green, cylindrical stems that add a unique and elegant vertical accent to your water garden.
• Architectural Interest: The upright, slightly twisted stems provide a striking architectural element, enhancing the visual appeal of your aquatic landscape.
• Versatile Planting: Ideal for pond margins, water gardens, and wetland areas, this plant adapts well to various aquatic and semi-aquatic environments.
• Low Maintenance: Hardy and easy to grow, Juncus Inflexus requires minimal care, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
• Wildlife Friendly: The dense clumps provide habitat and shelter for aquatic wildlife, supporting local biodiversity.

Planting and Care Instructions:

• Planting: Place the 1-litre pot in shallow water or at the edge of your pond, ensuring the base of the stems is submerged. It can also be planted in consistently moist soil around the water’s edge.
• Sunlight: Juncus Inflexus thrives in full sun to partial shade. Provide ample light for optimal growth and a healthy appearance.
• Watering: Maintain consistent moisture. In a pond setting, the plant will receive adequate water naturally. For container planting, water regularly to keep the soil damp.
• Maintenance: Trim back any overgrown or damaged stems to maintain the plant’s appearance and prevent it from becoming invasive. Divide clumps every few years to control spreading and promote vigorous growth.

Why Choose Our Juncus Inflexus?

• Quality Assurance: Our Juncus Inflexus plants are nurtured with care and thoroughly inspected to ensure they are healthy and ready to thrive in your garden.
• Sustainable Practices: We are committed to eco-friendly gardening. Our plants are grown using sustainable methods that protect the environment.
• Expert Support: Our knowledgeable team is here to provide expert advice and tips, whether you are a novice or an experienced gardener, to help your garden flourish.