Grass-leaf Rush
Juncus marginatus
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
high
Size
8"–24" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, AR, AZ, CA and 37 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Grass-leaf rush is a compact native wetland plant that forms neat clumps of narrow, grass-like foliage. It produces small clusters of brownish flowers in summer and thrives in consistently moist to wet soils.
In an HOA neighborhood
Grass-leaf Rush is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: foundation, mid zone, backyard only.
- Requires consistently wet conditions which may not suit typical landscaping
- May look sparse in dry periods
Wildlife value
The summer blooms attract various pollinators including bees, beetles, and flies. Seeds provide food for wetland birds and waterfowl.
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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