Variegated sweet flag is a deciduous, aquatic perennial with 5-foot-long bright green leaves with creamy, longitudinal stripes. Its flowers are insignificant, but its leaves are aromatic and resemble the foliage of an iris. 

Sweet flag makes a striking statement at the shallow end of a pool, in a bog garden, or in a marshy woodland area. 

Noteworthy Characteristics Variegated, aromatic leaves to 5 feet long. 

Great for a wet area. 

Care: Needs to grow in water less than 9 inches deep or in very moist soil. Full sun. Plant in containers to control spread if desired.

Shipping Size: 4" Square Pot - Approximate 12" Plant

Propagation: Divide every three or four years, at the beginning of the growing season. Pot up and plant once it is established. 

Problems: Rust, fungal leaf spots, wet root rot, dry root rot. 

Genus:Acorus 

Plant Width:1 to 3 feet Zones:10, 11 

Plant Height:3 to 6 feet 

Characteristics: Fragrant Foliage, Showy Foliage 

Light: Full Sun 

Growth Rate: Moderate 

Maintenance: Moderate 

Plant Type: Perennials 

Bloom Time: Summer Plant Seasonal