Juncus ensifolius - Flying Hedgehogs Rush, Pond Marginal Plant
Juncus ensifolius - Flying Hedgehogs Rush, Pond Marginal Plant
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Juncus ensifolius, known as swordleaf rush or 'flying hedgehogs', is a small rush with flat, iris-like leaves. In summer it carries round purple-brown flower heads that age to dark brown seed heads, said to look like tiny hedgehogs.
Swordleaf rush at a glance
| Botanical name | Juncus ensifolius |
|---|---|
| Common name | Swordleaf rush, flying hedgehogs |
| Plant type | Semi-evergreen rush with flat, iris-like leaves |
| Height and spread | About 20–45 cm tall, about 50 cm wide |
| Flowers | Round purple-brown heads in summer, ageing to dark brown "hedgehog" seed heads |
| Position | Full sun or part shade |
| Soil | Moist to boggy, acid soil or shallow water |
| Pond depth | 0–10 cm of water over the crown |
| Hardiness | RHS H7 – very hardy (below -20°C) |
| Native to | North America and East Asia (not UK native) |
Where to plant it
- The edge of a pond, up to 10 cm deep
- Small ponds and container ponds
- Bog gardens with acid soil
Does it self-seed?
It can seed into neighbouring plants. Trim off the seed heads if you want to stop this.
Is it poisonous?
The RHS Plants shop lists it as toxic if eaten and as a skin and eye irritant. Koi and ducks may eat it.
Which size should I buy?
Bare-root plants (7 cm, 9 cm, 1 litre and 3 litre) arrive without a pot or compost and are the most economical way to plant a group. Potted plants (9 cm, 1 litre and 3 litre) arrive growing in our peat-free compost and give a faster display. Packs of 3 come in 7 cm, 9 cm, 1 litre and 3 litre bare-root sizes and cost less per plant. The 2x Pot & Compost option is two plants supplied with pots and compost.
Pond depth: 0 - 10cm
Light: Full sun or part shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Height and spread: 20 - 40cm tall, 30 - 50cm wide
Planting and flowering months are shown in the calendar under the photos.
Bare root (7 cm, 9 cm, 1 litre, 3 litre): plants sent without a pot or compost, ready to plant straight away. The most economical way to plant a group.
Potted (9 cm, 1 litre, 3 litre): plants growing in our recycled, peat-free compost made in Lincolnshire. Larger sizes give a faster display.
Pack of 3 (7 cm bare-root, 9 cm bare-root, 1 litre bare-root, 3 litre bare-root): three plants of the chosen size at a lower price per plant.
2x Pot & Compost: two plants supplied with pots and compost.
Sizes shown with a line through them are currently unavailable.
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