About This Product
Botanical Name: Juncus patens 'Elk Blue'
Common Name: Elk Blue California Gray Rush, Wiregrass
An evergreen perennial that forms a grass-like clump. Blue-gray stems are stiff, cylindrical and leafless. Nonshowy yellow-brown flower clusters are present from spring to fall. Tolerates more heat, dry shade, and drought than J. effusus. Native to California.
USDA Zone: Zones 4 - 9
Sunset Zone: Zones 4 - 9, 14 - 24
Mature Height: 1 - 2 feet
Mature Width: 3 - 5 feet
Light Needs: Full Sun, Filtered Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade, Shade
Water Needs: Moderate, Regular