| | | Family | Juncaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft) | | Spread | 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft) | | Light | partial shade to shade | | Soil Moisture | low to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Luzula sylvatica (greater wood rush) bears faded green blooms during late spring to early summer. This plant has deep green foliage that is evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting, waterfront and woodland. | | Special Characteristics | Luzula sylvatica is tolerant of drought and light foot traffic. | | |