Description
Acorus gramineus (Japanese Sweet Flag)
Sun: Full sun to partial shade; prefers bright light with some afternoon shade in hot climates
Water: Keep consistently moist to wet; thrives in boggy soil or shallow water (can sit in water up to ±10 cm)
Height: 15 – 30 cm
Width: 15 – 30 cm
Growth: Slow to moderate, clump-forming with spreading rhizomes
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Features:
Grass-like, arching foliage (green or variegated); aromatic leaves; neat, compact habit; semi-evergreen; low maintenance
Uses:
Ideal for pond edges, water features, bog gardens, containers, terrariums, and shaded borders
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Soil:
Prefers rich, loamy, moisture-retentive soil; tolerates clay and can grow in shallow water or very damp conditions
Care:
Do not allow to dry out
Trim old foliage in early spring
Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigour
Frost:
Tolerates light frost; may die back in colder climates but regrows in spring
Indigenous: No (native to East Asia)
Edible: Not commonly grown for consumption (primarily ornamental)
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