Acorus calamus variegata 9cm

Acorus calamus ‘Variegata’ – 9cm

Scientific Name: Acorus calamus ‘Variegata’

Overview:
Acorus calamus ‘Variegata’, commonly known as Variegated Sweet Flag, is a marginal pond plant with upright, sword-like leaves striped in green and creamy white, adding structure and brightness to pond edges and bog gardens.

Care Level:
Easy

Lighting Requirements:
Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Best colouration develops in brighter conditions.

Watering / Planting Depth:
Suitable for shallow water or consistently moist soil. Plant at a depth of 0–10cm, ensuring the crown is not submerged too deeply.

Placement Tips:

• Ideal for pond margins and bog gardens
• Adds height and structure to planting areas
• Pairs well with other marginal plants
• Suitable for natural-style planting schemes

Approximate Size:
Grows to approximately 60–90 cm in height with a moderate clump-forming spread.

Important Note:

• Fully hardy and suitable for outdoor ponds in Ireland
• Trim older leaves to encourage fresh growth
• Can be divided every few years to maintain health and size

Ordering Note:

• One plant per order
• Plant size and fullness may vary depending on the season