Baltic Rush
Juncus balticus
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
high
Size
12"–36" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, ID and 25 more states
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Baltic rush is a clumping grass-like perennial that forms neat, upright tufts of slender green stems. It thrives in consistently moist to wet soils and produces small, inconspicuous brown flower clusters in summer.
In an HOA neighborhood
Baltic Rush is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: foundation, mid zone, backyard only.
- Requires consistently wet conditions which may look odd in traditional landscapes
- May appear sparse in winter
Wildlife value
This rush provides nesting material and cover for birds, while its seeds feed waterfowl and songbirds. It supports various wetland insects and creates habitat in rain gardens.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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