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Do you know any information on the plant named Juncus Spirales? I am trying to find out info on it such as watering, growing it properly, and any other general info on it.
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Juncus spirales are commonly known as corkscrew rush. They grow in marshy or bog areas. Used as a water garden plant in zones 4-9 but will work in zone 3 if protected in winter. They need to be planted in peat or perlite and than submerged about 6 inches. Tolerate full sun to partial shade. Can be dried for arrangements. As a houseplant they need to be watered often and planted in loose soil mixes (African violet mix works well)when transplanting. Will grow to about 24 inches but will grow taller if properly maintained. Will spread to fill pot and if planted in natural environment can be divided in spring and summer during 2nd year of growth. Some what invasive if not controlled in natural habitat. Hope this helped- Xtemely Funky house plant!!
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Just got the plant & I am going to be using as a house plant, they need to be kept wet(setting in water)?
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Thats exactly the information I needed.. I just bought a Juncus and think its an extremely eye catching "Bad Hair Day" plant.
I have seen however, that some web sites say treat the Juncus like a succulant.. water when the soil is dry?
That just doesnt make sense for a bog loving plant..
thanks again.
Roy
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