Juncus patens Carmans Grey Red Foliage Plants Because it is summer dormant

Because it is summer dormant

They are usually found in very acidic soils

(aka: Rubus hayata-koidzumii

but can become a garden thug by seeding around in unwanted areas of the garden if the seed are allowed to fall

the flowers do not hold up when cut

Juncus patens Carmans Grey Red Foliage Plants Because it is summer dormantJuncus 'Carman's Grey', a selection of the California native Juncus patens, is one of our favorite rushes (no relation to R. Limbaugh). Introduced and named by grass guru, John Greenlee, Juncus 'Carman's Grey' was named for former California Nurseryman, Ed Carman. No leaves, just evergreen slender, upright steel blue stems to 22" not leaning either to the right or left. The winter interest and color combinations possibilities of this architectural 2'