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Drummond's Rush

Juncus drummondii, Juncaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Alpine Clumping BambooThamnocalamus crassinodus
Wind ProtectionPhysical SupportNurse Plant
Grey Moor GrassSesleria nitida
Wind ProtectionPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Stone BambooBambusa pervariabilis

Stone bamboo's dense clumping growth blocks light and competes for water with Drummond's rush

Giant BambooDendrocalamus giganteus

Giant bamboo's enormous size creates complete shade incompatible with Drummond's rush requirements

Uses

Functions

Wetland RestorationErosion ControlAlpine GardeningWater Filtration

Common Questions

What zones does Drummond's Rush grow in?

Drummond's Rush grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Drummond's Rush?

Good companions for Drummond's Rush include Alpine Clumping Bamboo, Grey Moor Grass.

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