{"product_id":"eleocharis-acicularis-100-seeds-spike-rush-aquatic-grass-for-pond-water-garden","title":"Eleocharis acicularis 100 Seeds – Spike Rush Aquatic Grass for Pond \u0026 Water Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eEleocharis acicularis, commonly known as spike rush or dwarf hairgrass, is a fine-textured aquatic grass that forms dense, carpet-like clumps of bright green foliage. Its thread-like leaves create a soft, natural look in ponds, water gardens, and boggy areas, making it a favorite for adding texture and movement to water features. This heirloom, non-GMO variety is well-suited for naturalizing along pond margins, in shallow water, or in consistently moist soil, where it provides excellent cover for small aquatic life and helps soften rocky edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpike rush is a versatile plant that can be grown as a submerged or emergent aquatic grass, depending on water depth. It is often used in rain gardens, wildlife ponds, and container water gardens, where its compact growth habit and tolerance of wet conditions make it an easy choice for low-maintenance landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, needle-like green foliage forms dense, grass-like tufts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for pond edges, water gardens, and boggy areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides cover and spawning habitat for small aquatic wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom, non-GMO seeds for natural, sustainable planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptable to shallow water or consistently moist soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eleocharis acicularis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquatic perennial grass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wet, muddy soil or shallow water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e High; keep soil saturated or submerged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clumping, spreading by rhizomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo grow spike rush from seeds, sow them on the surface of wet, muddy soil or in shallow water in a container or directly in a pond margin. Do not bury the seeds deeply; they need light and consistent moisture to germinate. Keep the soil saturated and maintain a water temperature around 65-75°F for best results. Germination can be slow and uneven, so be patient and keep the area consistently wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into shallow water up to a few inches deep or into boggy soil. Spike rush thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires little maintenance beyond keeping the soil wet. Trim back dead foliage in early spring to encourage fresh growth. It can spread by rhizomes to form a dense carpet, making it an excellent choice for naturalizing pond edges and water features.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e100 Eleocharis acicularis seeds (Spike Rush).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739762524470,"sku":"EDNA-318","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7949768545_6wi4.jpg?v=1792115339","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/eleocharis-acicularis-100-seeds-spike-rush-aquatic-grass-for-pond-water-garden","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}