Hard rush typically starts flowering in June.
hard rush
Juncus inflexus 'Lovesick Blues'
Hard rush is a deciduous clump-forming perennial grass that adds a dramatic, architectural element to any landscape. It has narrow, dark metallic blue-green foliage that forms a vase-shaped clump, reaching up to 36 inches in height. It can spread up to 24 inches across. This hardy, perennial species is great for water gardens, as it is considered an aquatic plants for submerged areas. It is especially attractive when planted in dense masses with a contrasting background, making it the perfect complement to a bed of vibrant flowers or foliage. This low-maintenance species has no serious insect or disease problems and is tolerant of poor soils. It performs best in full to partial sun and any soil type. A stunning addition to any garden!
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Yellowish-green to tan Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Hard rush should be watered using a deep soaking method. This means the soil should be saturated to a depth of 2 to 3 inches every few weeks during the growing season (spring to early fall). Water more often if the plant is in a container, in a very sunny or windy location, or the soil is especially well-draining. Water much less often during the winter months.
sunlight
Hard Rush (Juncus inflexus 'Lovesick Blues') prefers bright, indirect sunlight such as morning and afternoon sun. It should be given several hours of direct sunlight a day, ideally 4-6 hours, although this may vary depending on the climate. Hard rush does best in a location that provides a variety of light levels: in cold climates, more direct sunlight may be needed in order to prevent fading and in warmer climates, more indirect sunlight may be better. Too much direct sun can cause the variegation in hard rush leaves to fade and high temperatures can cause stress to the plant, leading to premature death.
pruning
Hard rush (Juncus inflexus 'Lovesick Blues') should be pruned in late autumn or early spring, when the plant is dormant. Pruning should be done carefully, you don't want to cut back more than 1-third of the plant. When pruning hard rush, remove any dead, diseased or damaged foliage and any stalks with damaged seed heads. Cut back any shoots that show signs of wear or damage. This will help to promote healthy new growth in the following season.
Season
Fall
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Starts Flowering
