Corkscrew Rush (Juncus) Care: Keep Wet, Crown Dry, Winter Drier

Your corkscrew rush (Juncus effusus 'Spiralis') is a marginal aquatic plant—in nature, it grows at swamp edges, wet constantly except winter.

Watering Regime

• Spring-Fall: Keep in dish of water (roots wet, crown DRY)
• Never submerge crown — pot in water, not plant
• Winter: Can dry slightly between waterings

Key Distinction

This is NOT a succulent. It's a wetland plant. "Moist at all times" is correct for growing season.

Care Summary

• Bright light (some direct sun OK)
• Stand pot in 1-2" water tray spring-fall
• Reduce water in winter
• No fertilizer needed (gets nutrients from water/minerals)

Your dried leaves were likely from underwatering. Restore the water tray and it'll bounce back fast.