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Are you looking for a unique plant to add to your landscape? The Spiralis Corkscrew Rush can provide that. It has deep green spiraled foliage that grows in a winding habit. It thrives in dry to wet conditions and is heat tolerant.
The Spiralis Corkscrew Rush is planted for its foliage. It is a dark green color and has a twisted, winding growing habit that is incredibly unique. This plant will tolerate various conditions and thrive in heat. While the Spiralis Corkscrew Rush is largely grown for its foliage, it does produce small, green-yellow blooms in the summer. The mature dimensions are ten to twelve inches tall with a spread of twelve to eighteen inches. It is a popular choice as a filler in containers. Plant in water settings or add to your landscape.
Spiralis Corkscrew Rush Care
Plant in part to full sun. This plant thrives best when given four to six hours of sun a day. It prefers a high level of moisture. However, it is adaptable and will do very well in average soils with regular and consistent moisture. Soil Ph levels can vary from neutral to acidic. The Spiralis Corkscrew Rush is a self-feeder, making fertilizer is not required. Cut off dead foliage in the spring.
Spiralis Corkscrew Rush Spacing
The Spiralis Corkscrew Rush reaches a height of ten to twelve inches. Spacing should be twelve to eighteen inches, center on center. Container size should be at a minimum, three gallons for the health of the plant.
Spiralis Corkscrew Rush Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-11 |
| Flower Color(s): n/a |
| Bloom Period: Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 10-12 Inches |
| Spread: 12-18 Inches |
| Spacing: 12-18 Inches |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Features: Heat Tolerant; Foliage Interest; Deadheading Not Necessary |
| Scientific Name: Juncus effusus 'Spiralis' |
| Common Name: Spiralis Corkscrew Rush |
| Other Name(s): Common Rush; Soft Rush |
| Brand: Proven Selections |
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, Utah, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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