ACORUS CALAMUS VARIEGATUS / VARIEGATED SWEET FLAG

ACORUS CALAMUS VARIEGATUS / VARIEGATED SWEET FLAG

A Hardy, Low-Maintenance Grass-Like Perennial with Striking Foliage

Variegated Sweet Flag (Acorus calamus ‘Variegatus’) is an elegant, moisture-loving perennial with striking green and creamy-white striped foliage. Its upright, sword-like leaves add texture and movement to garden beds, ponds, and water features. This semi-evergreen plant thrives in consistently moist or boggy soils, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens, wetlands, and pond edges.

Why Choose Variegated Sweet Flag?

• Unique Variegated Foliage: Bold green and white-striped leaves provide visual contrast.
• Thrives in Wet Conditions: Ideal for water gardens, pond edges, and boggy areas.
• Deer & Rabbit Resistant: Unpalatable to wildlife, ensuring long-lasting beauty.
• Low Maintenance & Hardy: Requires minimal care and adapts to various conditions.

Key Features:

• Grass-Like Growth Habit: Upright, clumping form adds texture to landscapes.
• Fragrant Foliage: Crushed leaves release a sweet, spicy fragrance.
• Tolerates Partial Shade: Grows well in both full sun and light shade.
• Air Purifying: Helps filter water and improve pond ecosystems.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 24–36 inches tall, 18–24 inches wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9.
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil Requirements: Prefers moist to wet, well-drained soil; tolerates standing water.

Ideal Uses:

• Pond & Water Garden Borders: Thrives in wet soil along water edges.
• Rain Gardens & Wetlands: Helps stabilize soil and prevent erosion.
• Container Planting: Adds texture and height to patio planters.

Variegated Sweet Flag is a stunning, easy-to-grow perennial that brings year-round interest to water gardens and damp landscapes while requiring little upkeep.