Data sheet corkscrew rush
Botanical name:
Juncus effusus ‘Spiralis’
Origin:
Northern Hemisphere
growth height / size
40 to 50 centimeters
leaf color:
Green
flower color:
Brown
behavior/stocking
Location at the pond:
On the edge of the pond or in the shallow area of the pond
heyday:
June to August
Light requirement:
Sunny location
Hardy:
Yes
For these and many other pond plants we recommend:
Photo by David J. Stang, Juncus effusus Spiralis 6zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
General introduction
Corkscrew rushes are popular houseplants. As pond plants, they are not only decorative, but also purify the water. During her flowering period, brown flowers emerge from the buds.
Acquisition and maintenance / care
The ornamental plants are easy-care. they have one moderate nutritional needsbut need a lot of moisture. The roots must constantly watered be.
Conventional potting soil contains sufficient nutrients. Additional fertilizing is not necessary for pond plants. become houseplants from April to September fertilized. waterlogging in the flower pot supplies the ornamental plants with water.
Because of her ruffled leaves corkscrew rushes are referred to as ‘love curls’. The leaves should be occasional thinned out become as they grow rapidly. In the spring you should divide the root.
corkscrew rushes are cold germinator. That should look in autumn or winter take place. The low temperatures stimulate germination.
requirements for the pond
Large garden ponds or mini ponds are suitable habitats for corkscrew rushes. The water depth should 5 to 10 centimeters be. In wetlands or on sandy subsoil the plants can grow species-appropriate.
If houseplants are to be grown in the pond, they need to get used to their new environment. A Repot in mesh baskets introduces the plants to the moist environment.
When socializing with other aquatic plants, the choice should be on irises or marsh marigolds fall. They have similar requirements as the corkscrew rushes.
Straight leaves point to you too shady location there. In a sunny spot they develop curled shoots. The wild type of rush also stands out because of its straight leaves. It can be removed like weeds.
propagation
Form on pollinated plants Capsules containing seeds. Open capsules release the seeds. This type of propagation will wind pollination called. From March one can division of the roots are made.
wintering
The hardy Ornamental plants can overwinter in the garden. Long cold periods cause a brown discoloration on the leaves. From March, the affected areas will be cut back. In summer, the corkscrew rushes form new foliage.
Other questions
What pH should the soil have?
The pH should neutral to acidic be.
What is the level of difficulty?
Breeding is simply and sets no prior knowledge in advance.
What diseases can corkscrew rushes get?
The plants are resistant to disease. Diseases are common in houseplants moldy potting soil attributed. Spider mites are rare.
Are the plants poisonous?
Corkscrew rushes are among those non-toxic growing.
Is a special fertilizer required?
For indoor plants you can conventional fertilizer use.
For these and many other pond plants we recommend: