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Taxonomy
Juncus effusus 'Spiralis'
Juncus
Juncaceae
Poales

How to care for Corkscrew rush
How often to water your Corkscrew rush

every 9
Corkscrew rush needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Corkscrew rush in your home

a window
Corkscrew rush love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Corkscrew rush does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Corkscrew rush in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Corkscrew rush

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Corkscrew rush after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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Hi everyone! Greg has labeled this plant as a ponytail palm but I’m sure it’s not. Does anyone happen to know what he is? He came unlabeled at the store. #PonytailPalm #WhatPlantIsThis #Spring
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How do y'all care for your corkscrews? People seem to think you should keep them waterlogged because they are "bog plants", but in my experience they hate that. Mine only gets watered when it rains and is kept in a pot with drainage holes.. #corkscrewrush
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I have this Spiralis and it's been okay since I've had it for about 6 months. I'd say a 6.5/10. What do I do with the dead "leaves"? My young sons helped me "prune" the plant and they cut off a LOT of spirals. Now it's looking really rough. Do y'all have any suggestion for me?
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From waterlogged rotten Home Depot rescue to full on thriving! I'm so proud of you, River! 🥹🖤 #happyplants #beforeandafter #corkscrewrush #plantsmakepeoplehappy #juncus #juncusbigtwister #rescueplants
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Gotta love a good #glowup! (July '21-today) River has come so far and has officially outgrown her home... #proudplantparent 🥹🥲🖤 #happyplants #springintosummer #plantsmakepeoplehappy #corkscrewrush #juncus #juncusbigtwister #curlyhairdontcare #socalgreg
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I did a bunch of repotting and such yesterday 🙃🖤 Comin in hot with the #rootporn! #corkscrewrush #juncus #juncusbigtwister #juncusspiralis #happyplants #plantsmakepeoplehappy #springintosummer
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Last fall I put TuffBoi, Porch Baby, and River Song outside and said "adapt or die!" They had a pretty rough go of it for a while but in the end they did adapt. They still struggle if I forget to rotate them often enough and occasionally we deal with buggies... (River has also recently gotten pretty crispy looking but I'm hoping she'll get better once we hit rainy season...) Anyhow, I've basically given up on the "scale babies" and decided they can also either adapt or die. Hoping for "adapt" but we'll see... They're several feet away from the others so hopefully if there are any bugs left on them (I don't think there are but idk) it will be alright... Also I just thought my chick n hens (no name yet) would be happier out there than in my living room where it gets zero direct light... Wish us luck!! #happyplants #notsohappyplants #plantsmakepeoplehappy #plantaddict #outdoorgrowing #outsideplants #adaptordie #pothospack #pothos #goldenpothos #epipremnum #epipremnumaureum #corkscrewrush #juncus #juncusbigtwister #juncusspiralis #succulentsquad #sedum #crassula #hensandchicks #sempervivum #wickedvalkyrie
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They're kinda blurry coz I'm a bit shaky today but I figured I'd share some #rootporn with y'all... Repotted/split River Song into three separate pots cuz last year upgrading the whole plant into a bigger pot didn't work out too well. She expanded and became root bound within the first two months... Despite being a bog plant she freakin loves SoCal apparently. Lol #WickedValkyrie #socalgreg #corkscrewrush #juncusbigtwister #juncusspiralis #happyplants #plantsmakepeoplehappy #plantaddict #newgrowth #planttherapy
Corkscrew rush prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
☀️ Sunlight Needs
Corkscrew rush requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
🪴 Soil
Corkscrew rush is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.
💩 Fertilizer
Corkscrew rush grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
🧐 Troubleshooting
When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.
Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.
Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.
Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.
Care Summary for Corkscrew rush
Corkscrew rush
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
