Heath Wood-rush
Luzula multiflora
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
low
Size
6"–16" H × 4"–8" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
CT, DE, IA, IL and 21 more states
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Heath wood-rush is a compact evergreen grass-like perennial that forms neat clumps of narrow, soft-textured leaves. It produces small clusters of brownish flowers in late spring and early summer, maintaining an attractive low profile year-round.
In an HOA neighborhood
Heath Wood-rush is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
This plant provides habitat and nesting material for small birds. The seeds may be eaten by ground-feeding birds and small mammals.
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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