Acorus calamus 'variegatus'

Variegated Sweetflag

Hardy in zones 5-11 Sweetflag has aromatic foliage, similar to Iris in shape, yet unpalatable to geese and deer. It can spread moderately from a thick rhizome forming a dense mat along the pond shore, but may be kept neat and looking full when grown in containers. The variegated leaves provide a bold vertical accent in full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant.

Bloom Color

Green

Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure

•	Sun
•	Partial Shade

Plant Type

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Marginal

Mature Height

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2' - 4'

Season of Interest (Flowering)

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Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage)

•	Spring
•	Summer

Pond Zonation

•	Low Marsh 0 - 6"
•	Shallow Water 6" - 12"

Foliage Color

•	Variegated

Wildlife Benefits

•	Amphibians
•	Nesting
•	Waterfowl

Critter Resistance

•	Deer Resistant
•	Goose Resistant

Attributes

•	Cut Flower
•	Drought Tolerant
•	Erosion Control
•	Focal Point
•	Fragrant Foliage
•	Naturalizing
•	Salt Tolerant

USDA Hardiness Zone

•	5
•	6
•	7
•	8
•	9