This perennial rush forms a clump with stiff upright needle-like dull green leaves. The clusters of brown flowers appear towards the end of leaves during summer and the plant is normally associated with brackish water.

Hardiness zones 8 to 11 

Juncus kraussii is naturally found in all coastal parts of Australia and is also found in New Zealand and South Africa. It grows in fresh or saline waters around marshes or inlets and along creeks in wet fertile soils in an open sunny position. It is frost tolerant but drought tender.

Sea Rush is grown for its tufted habit and stiff foliage. It is planted around water features or on pond margins to help control erosion. It is suitable for coastal regions and may be planted along pathway borders or in courtyard planter boxes. It establishes in one season from division. ID 2515

Juncus (yung-kus) kraussii (cra-u-SIS-ee-eye)

Juncaceae (jun-KAY-see-ee)