Non-native plants this species can replace:
- Yellowgroove bamboo (Phyllostachys aureosulcata)
Synonym(s)
Juncus effusus var. solutus
Common Name
Soft rush
Common rush
Plant Form
Grasses, Sedges & Rushes
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
3.0
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Commercially Available
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Additional Info
Habitat: In a wide range of open and forested wet habitats, natural and disturbed. Common throughout.
Wildlife value: Waterfowl, songbirds, and small mammals eat rush seeds. Rushes provide habitat for amphibians and spawning areas for fish. Various wetland wading birds find shelter among the stems.
Notes: Prefers moist or wet but tolerates dry. Spreads by rhizomes (may be too much in some places) and self-seeding. Can be used in container gardening in sun or part shade. Container should not have holes.
High Value Generalist
Earth Sangha lists this plant as a "High Value Generalist" because it is easy to grow, occurs across a wide range of habitats and is known to be of high value to wildlife
Flower Color
Gold/Yellow
Green
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Late Summer
Fall
Fall Color
Brown/Copper
Gold/Yellow
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Shade
Moisture Requirements
In Water
Wet
Moist
Good Choice for Public Spaces
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Seed or Fruit eaten by wildlife?
Yes