Acorus gramineus 'Tanima no yuki'

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, grass / grass like, aquatic

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

6a-10b

Acorus gramineus 'Tanima no yuki' plant details

Acorus gramineus 'Tanima no yuki' is an evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial groundcover aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with gold, green and variegated foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and standing water - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acorus gramineus 'Tanima no yuki'

Plant type: perennial groundcover aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: acoraceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acorus gramineus 'Tanima no yuki'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: standing water - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This delightful tufted 6-12" sweet-flag from Japan has yellow stripes on the outer edges of its slender, fragrant leaves which are arranged like a fan; perfect for pond edging. PSh/Med-Wet

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Acorus gramineus 'Tanima no yuki' plant

How to Grow Acorus gramineus 'Tanima no yuki'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- standing water - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- variegated
- gold
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- grassy

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