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Juncus patens 'Elk Blue' – California Gray Rush
$7.95
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Juncus patens 'Elk Blue' – California Gray Rush, Blue Rush
Selected near the town of Elk in Mendocino County, Juncus patens 'Elk Blue' is a standout among California native rushes. Its thin, upright reeds are notably narrower and bluer than other selections, creating a striking vertical accent in the garden. Evergreen and low-maintenance, it thrives in moist conditions and heavy clay soils, making it an ideal choice for pond edges, rain gardens, borders, and containers. Gopher resistant and deer tolerant — a tough plant with refined good looks.
Key Features:
- Rhizomatous Perennial; Evergreen
- California, Oregon & Washington native
- Deer tolerant; gopher resistant
- Tolerates clay and bog conditions
- Narrower and bluer than other Juncus patens selections
- Excellent pond side, border, and container plant
- Stiff, upright habit; insignificant brown flowers
Growing Details:
Height: 1–2 ft | Spread: 1–2 ft
Exposure: Sun/Part Shade | Water: Moist
Bloom time: Summer | Bloom color: Brown (insignificant)
USDA Hardiness Zone: 6–9
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