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Corkscrew Rush 'Big Twister' (Juncus effusus): Spiraled Stems for Water Gardens

Overview

'Big Twister' is a robust cultivar of Corkscrew Rush with tall, cylindrical stems that spiral dramatically in a corkscrew fashion. Forms a clump 2-3 feet tall. Provides incredible architectural texture in wet areas. A conversation piece for pond margins and bog gardens.

Taxonomy & Nomenclature

Family:Juncaceae
Genus:Juncus (JUN-kus)
Species:effusus (eff-YOO-sus)
Cultivar:Big Twister

Cultivation & Uses

Full sun to part shade; constantly moist to wet soil, even shallow water. Ideal for pond margins, bog gardens, water features, and containers with no drainage. Evergreen in mild climates; cut back damaged stems in spring. Deer resistant.

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