Variegated Sweet Flag (Acorus calamus variegatus) is an elegant, ornamental aquatic plant that adds a striking color contrast to water gardens and moist landscapes. Known for its tall, arching green leaves with creamy-white variegation, this plant is perfect for ponds, streams, or wetland areas.
Why You’ll Love It:
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Striking foliage: Features green and creamy white striped leaves, providing a unique and eye-catching contrast in your garden
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Ideal for wet conditions: Thrives in moist soil and shallow water, making it perfect for water gardens or pond edges
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Attracts wildlife: This plant is beneficial for wildlife, providing shelter and habitat for beneficial insects, and attracting butterflies and birds
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Low maintenance: Once established, Variegated Sweet Flag requires little care and is resistant to most pests and diseases
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Versatile: Use it in water features, as a border plant, or even as a ground cover in damp environments
Plant Care Tips:
☀️ Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade
💧 Water: Grows best in moist soil or shallow water
🌱 Soil: Adaptable to moist, well-drained soils, but thrives in wet conditions
🌡 Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 4-10, tolerating a wide range of climates
📏 Size: Grows to 12-24 inches in height, with a spread of about 12-18 inches
🧰 Maintenance: Minimal maintenance required. Keep the area moist and prune back any dead foliage to keep it looking neat.
