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Australian Rush

Juncus australis, Juncaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect HabitatGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Long-spike BambooBambusa longispiculata
Shade ProvisionPhysical Support
Elliott's LovegrassEragrostis elliottii
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Salt Marsh BulrushScirpus maritimus
Physical SupportBeneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Transylvanian MelicMelica transsilvanica

Melic grass competes for similar soil resources and may have allelopathic interactions with rush species

Uses

Functions

Wetland RestorationErosion ControlWater FiltrationWildlife Habitat

Common Questions

What zones does Australian Rush grow in?

Australian Rush grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Australian Rush?

Good companions for Australian Rush include Long-spike Bamboo, Elliott's Lovegrass, Salt Marsh Bulrush.

Design guilds with Australian Rush and see companion relationships visually.

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