Soft rush is clump forming, but will readily spread by seed and rhizomes to form dense stands in wet soil. Great for rain gardens, pond edges or as a container plant that you are willing to keep watered, providing a vertical element to your garden and great habitat for birds.
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Cultivation Status
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Exposure
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Soil Moisture
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Ecoregion
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(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens |
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(82) Acadian Plains and Hills |
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(58) Northeastern Highlands |
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(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands |
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(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone |
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Ornamental Interest
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Attracts Wildlife
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Attracts Songbirds |
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Other Pollinators/Wildlife |
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Tolerance
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Deer/Rabbit Resistant |
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Urban Environment |
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Salt Tolerant |
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Additional Attributes
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Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization |
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Low Maintenance |
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Landscape Use
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Naturalize |
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Rain Garden |
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Massing |
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Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
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Orange to Brown Fall Foliage |
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