How often should I water Corkscrew Rush?

Keep the soil wet at all times. Corkscrew Rush is native to marshlands, so standing water is ideal and it is almost impossible to overwater.

Does Corkscrew Rush need full sun?

Yes, give it as much full sun as you can. It will tolerate some indirect light.

What temperature does Corkscrew Rush need?

Keep it at average to warm room temperatures of 65-80°F (18-27°C) year-round. It won't tolerate frost, so if you move it to the patio for the summer, bring it back indoors when the temperature drops.

Is Corkscrew Rush toxic to cats and dogs?

Yes, Corkscrew Rush is considered poisonous to pets, and the foliage is the toxic part. Keep it out of reach of children and animals, and contact your vet if a pet chews on it.

Can Corkscrew Rush grow indoors?

Yes, Corkscrew Rush is an easy-care, evergreen perennial house plant. Keep it in a sunny spot, keep the soil constantly wet, and feed it once a month from spring through fall with a balanced liquid fertilizer such as 10-10-10.

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Corkscrew Rush

Corkscrew Rush Care

Juncus Effusus 'spiralis'

What is the plant

Corkscrew rush (sometimes called Juncus spiralis) is a novelty cultivar with captivating coiled stems, spreading out in every direction as they grow. Stunning on its own, corkscrew rush also adds some sizzle among a display of leafy and flowering plants. In fact, those curly-Q stems are sometimes used in florists' bouquets.Perennial and evergreen, this is an easy-care house plant. It adds a lot of personality to a room for little effort.

lighting

Full Sun

hardiness zone

4a - 8b

difficulty

Medium

Invasive

Weed

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Keep the soil wet at all times -- standing water is ideal. Native to marshlands, this is one plant you can't overwater.
Fertilizer
Feed once a month spring through fall with a balanced (such as 10-10-10 NPK) liquid or water-soluble fertilizer.
Sunlight
Give it as much full sun as you can. It will tolerate some indirect light.

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Soil
Peat moss-based potting mix, such as African violet mix.
Temperature
Average to warm room temperatures (65-80°F/18-27°C) year-round. If you put this tender ornamental out on the patio for the summer, bring it back in when the temperature drops. It won't tolerate frost.
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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Corkscrew Rush?
Keep the soil wet at all times. Corkscrew Rush is native to marshlands, so standing water is ideal and it is almost impossible to overwater.
Does Corkscrew Rush need full sun?
Yes, give it as much full sun as you can. It will tolerate some indirect light.
What temperature does Corkscrew Rush need?
Keep it at average to warm room temperatures of 65-80°F (18-27°C) year-round. It won't tolerate frost, so if you move it to the patio for the summer, bring it back indoors when the temperature drops.
Is Corkscrew Rush toxic to cats and dogs?
Yes, Corkscrew Rush is considered poisonous to pets, and the foliage is the toxic part. Keep it out of reach of children and animals, and contact your vet if a pet chews on it.
Can Corkscrew Rush grow indoors?
Yes, Corkscrew Rush is an easy-care, evergreen perennial house plant. Keep it in a sunny spot, keep the soil constantly wet, and feed it once a month from spring through fall with a balanced liquid fertilizer such as 10-10-10.

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