Juncus maritimus

Name: Juncus maritimus
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10116d
Price: 16.76 NZD
Availability: InStock

Sea Rush

Juncus maritimus, commonly known as Sea Rush, is a species of rush that prevails in coastal areas. It has long and rigid leaves that are lime-green in colour and can reach 1.2 m in length. It typically grows to 1.2 m tall and 60 cm wide, but will colonise a larger area with time. Juncus maritimus is commonly used for wetland revegetation and is ideal for a coastal planting.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Grasses
Height:	1.20 m
Spread:	60 cm
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:	Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Fast
Also known as	Sea Rush

What are the benefits of Juncus maritimus?

Juncus maritimus, commonly known as sea rush, provides a range of environmental and ecological benefits, especially in coastal and saline habitats. Its primary advantage is its high salt tolerance, which allows it to thrive in estuaries, saltmarshes, and coastal wetlands where many other species cannot survive. This makes it invaluable for erosion control, as its dense, fibrous root system stabilises sandy or muddy soils, reducing the risk of coastal erosion. Juncus maritimus also contributes to water filtration by trapping sediments and absorbing excess nutrients from runoff, thereby improving water quality. As a native species in many coastal regions, including parts of New Zealand and Europe, it supports native biodiversity by providing shelter and breeding grounds for invertebrates and birds. Additionally, its tough, upright foliage offers visual texture and structure in naturalistic landscaping, and it requires minimal maintenance, making it ideal for sustainable and low-input plantings.

Juncus maritimus for sale in NZ

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