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Blue Arrows Rush

Juncus inflexus 'Blue Arrows'

Category: Grass • Rush

Discover Blue Arrows Rush, a striking plant with blue-green foliage perfect for wet areas and accenting landscapes.

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Mature Height: 2-3 feet

Mature Width: 1-2 feet

Light: Part Sun/Part Shade

Zone: Zones 5-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Multi-season

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Blue Arrows Rush is a striking ornamental grass known for its upright, narrow blue-green foliage. It adds texture and interest to garden landscapes, thriving in wet conditions.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers consistently moist soil. Suitable for wetland areas or near water features.

Soil Preferences

Requires well-drained soil with high moisture retention. Tolerates a range of pH levels and adapts to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Striking blue-green foliageattractive seed heads

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Tolerates wet conditions.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding vertical interest and texture. Works well in rain gardens and naturalistic settings.

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