Inflorescence of Slender rush (Juncus tenuis). One of 100+ species of Pacific Northwest native plants available at Sparrowhawk Native Plants, Native Plant Nursery in Portland, Oregon.
Slender rush (Juncus tenuis). One of 100+ species of Pacific Northwest native plants available at Sparrowhawk Native Plants, Native Plant Nursery in Portland, Oregon.
Field of Slender Rush (Juncus tenuis). One of 100+ species of Pacific Northwest native plants available at Sparrowhawk Native Plants, Native Plant Nursery in Portland, Oregon.

Slender Rush

Juncus tenuis

  • Size at maturity: 6-24" tall, 6-24" wide
  • Canopy layer: groundcover
  • Light requirements: full sun, part sun / part shade
  • Moisture requirements: moist to wet soil
  • Special features: 

Soft touchable foliage; low-maintenance; small green-brown seed heads

 

Photo Credit 1: "Juncus tenuis" by Matt Lavin is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

Photo Credit 2: "Juncus tenuis" by Matt Lavin is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

Photo Credit 3: "Juncus tenuis" by Matt Lavin is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

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