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Juncus patens 'Elk Blue' - Elk Blue California Gray Rush

Market price from $3.10 to $8.20

Juncus patens 'Elk Blue' is a perennially vibrant, grass-like plant that dramatically elevates the visual appeal and ecological diversity of your garden. Known as the Elk Blue California Gray Rush, this hardy species displays a stunning array of blue-gray, round stems that form a dense, upright clump, reaching heights of 1-3 feet. This native Californian plant is renowned for its architectural form, elegant sway in the wind, and a rush-like appearance, offering a vivid spectrum of texture against many landscape backdrops. Whether you're crafting a serene water garden or a rugged rock display, its steel-blue foliage adds an engaging contrast that brings your outdoor space to life. A robust addition to our Annuals & Perennials collection, the Elk Blue thrives in full sun to partial shade and while it favors consistently moist soil, it shows remarkable resilience in drier environments, further demonstrating its drought-tolerant nature. Aside from its unparalleled aesthetics, the Elk Blue's naturalistic appeal serves as a haven for various bird species, thus infusing your garden with a lively buzz of environmental synergy. The Elk Blue California Gray Rush is a captivating, low-maintenance powerhouse that lends enduring beauty and diversity to your garden ecosystem throughout the year.

  • Size: 1-3 feet tall
  • Foliage: Steel-blue, slender, round stems
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant once established, but prefers consistently moist soils)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Birds: Its natural habitat look attracts various bird species.
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