seeds: Juncus tenuis (path rush)

Includes a brochure with instructions on how to sow native seeds.

Seed sowing instructions

code C(60), D = needs at least 60 days of cold moist stratification. Surface sow.
You can find more information about how to sow native seeds HERE.

Plant information

This clump-forming little rush is often overlooked, both figuratively and literally. You may not have noticed it on paths while you hike in the woods or even as you stroll along city sidewalks. From sun to shade and dry to moist soils this tough little plant can stand up to a lot of foot traffic and compacted soils. Its common name ”path rush” is well chosen.

Used in a cluster, and with its seed heads fully on show, this is a really lovely but underutilized species. Only growing up to 12” at its tallest, try a group of these in your garden. Easy peasy.

seeds: Juncus tenuis (path rush)

Name: seeds: Juncus tenuis (path rush)
SKU: SEED-JUN-TEN

$4.75

Quantity

Not available but we are working on it!

packet 200 seeds

stratification code
C(60), D

type: Grass/Sedge

sun needs: Sun to part sun

water needs: Moist to dry soil

height: 4-12"

plant spacing: 4/sq ft

bloom time: June - September

bloom color: green

A	Seed should germinate when sown in a warm location.
B	Hot water treatment: Bring water to a boil, remove from heat, pour over seeds, and soak for 24 hours.. Generally this is for seed with a thick seedcoat.
C	(# of days of cold moist stratification) Seeds germinate after a period of cold, moist stratification. Mix seeds with a handful of damp vermiculite or clean sand (moist—but not wet). Place mixture in a sealed plastic bag and store in a refrigerator, NOT the freezer.
D	Sow on the surface of the soil. Generally these seeds are very small.
E	These seeds need a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 60-90 day cold, moist period.
F	These seeds need a 60-90 day cold, moist period followed by a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 2nd cold, 60-90 day moist period.
G	Highest germination rate in cool soil.
H	Seeds need scarification: One way this can be achieved is to rub the seed between two sheets of sand paper. If code "C" is also called for, scarify first.
I	Legume Inoculant (more info next year).
J	Legume seeds (more info next year).
K	Parasitic species which needs a host plant.
L	Plant fresh seed or keep seed moist.
M	Best results when seed sown outdoors in the fall for a natural winter.