Acorus calamus 'Variegatus'

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Striped Calamus or Sweet Flag

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer:

Description

Variegated Sweet Flag is a low ornamental grass with pale yellow-green colored blades. It looks and performs best next to a pond, stream or wet areas, as it needs high moisture. It has inconspicuous tiny flowers. It is best to keep Acorus in pots as in can become invasive. This plant is fire-prone! Please use caution when planting near your home. This plant is fire-prone! Please use caution when planting near your home.

Plant Type

Grass

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, White, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

High, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Rich, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Japanese, Water Garden, Wetlands

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Parking Strip, Park, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Container, Filler

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.