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California Native Plant

Juncus acutus

Spiny Rush

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Information by: James Campbell, El Nativo Growers        Photographer:

 

Description

This native Rush grows naturally in moist alkaline soils especially in coastal salt marshes. As one of the larger native Rushes, growing to 3'-4' tall and 3'-4' wide, it can provide interest through form and structure in a natural garden setting. It is carefree-looking. The tips of the leaves are sharp so care should be taken when designing the landscape not to place this species close to walkways, etc. Tall grasses are highly combustible.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.