How much sun does Bulbous Woodrush need?

Bulbous Woodrush grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Bulbous Woodrush bloom?

Bulbous Woodrush blooms in May and June.

Where is Bulbous Woodrush native?

Bulbous Woodrush (Luzula bulbosa) is native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 21 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

Is Bulbous Woodrush HOA-friendly?

Bulbous Woodrush takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Bulbous Woodrush

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Luzula bulbosa

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Bulbous Woodrush (Luzula bulbosa) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part shade

Water

medium

Size

6"–12" H × 4"–8" W

Bloom

May, Jun

Native to

AL, AR, CT, DE and 21 more states

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Wood rush is a clumping grass-like perennial that forms neat tufts of narrow evergreen foliage. It produces small clusters of brownish flowers in late spring and early summer, creating a refined groundcover for shaded areas.

In an HOA neighborhood

Bulbous Woodrush takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Very uncommon and unfamiliar to most homeowners
Grass-like appearance may be mistaken for weedy sedges
Subtle flowers provide minimal ornamental impact

Wildlife value

This plant is primarily wind-pollinated so offers limited direct pollinator support. The evergreen foliage may provide minor shelter for small wildlife during winter months.

Common questions

How much sun does Bulbous Woodrush need?: Bulbous Woodrush grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Bulbous Woodrush bloom?: Bulbous Woodrush blooms in May and June.
Where is Bulbous Woodrush native?: Bulbous Woodrush (Luzula bulbosa) is native to AL, AR, CT, DE and 21 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
Is Bulbous Woodrush HOA-friendly?: Bulbous Woodrush takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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