Acorus gramineus 'Pusillus Variegatus'
Also Known As
- Variegated Sweet Flag
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 6"-18"
planting zones
- 5a-11
Acorus gramineus 'Pusillus Variegatus' plant details
Acorus gramineus 'Pusillus Variegatus' is an evergreen perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and standing water - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Acorus gramineus 'Pusillus Variegatus'
- Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: acoraceae
- Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: tan blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, edging plant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Acorus gramineus 'Pusillus Variegatus'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: standing water - regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Noname Nursery
Gardening facts about Acorus gramineus 'Pusillus Variegatus' plant
How to Grow Acorus gramineus 'Pusillus Variegatus'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- standing water - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- tan
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Acorus for your garden
aka Acorus gramineus 'Pusillus Aurea', Acorus gramineus 'Pusillus Minimus Aurea', Dwarf Golden Sweet Flag, Dwarf Golden Sweet Flag, Grassy Leaved Sweet Flag, Pusillus Aurea Dwarf Sweet Flag
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic
Zones
5a-11
Size
Height: 3"-5"
Width: 6"-12"
- mostly sun - shade
- standing water - regular
aka Acorus gracillima 'Variegata', Grassleaf Sweet Flag, Grassy-leaved Sweet Flag, Variegated Sweet Flag
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic
Zones
5a-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- standing water - regular
aka Variegated Sweet Flag
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 10"-12"
Width: 6"-18"
- sun - mostly shade
- standing water - regular
aka Acorus calamus 'Variegatus', Acorus calamus variegatus, Striped Sweet Flag, Variegated Sweet Flag
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly shade
- standing water - regular
aka Grassy-leaved Sweet Flag, Oborozuki Sweet Flag
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- standing water - regular
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