Description

Also known as 'Smooth Rush'.

Very erect, dark green stems and brown seed heads. Clumps will spread by creeping rhizomes. Can self-seed. It used to be made into mats and was probably the rush strewn over the floor in many of Shakespeare's plays.

Evergreen. Trim in early spring to encourage new growth

Plant in full sun to partial shade between 0cm and 15cm deep.

• Flowering period: June to August
• Mature height: 30cm to 60cm
• Growth rate: fast