Acorus americanus | Sweet Flag | Bareroot

Acorus Americanus – The Perfect Water Garden Accent
 
Enhance your pond, stream, or wetland garden with Acorus americanus (American Sweet Flag), a hardy semi-aquatic perennial prized for its sword-like green foliage and subtle fragrance. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, this plant thrives in shallow water or consistently moist soils, adding elegance and supporting a healthy ecosystem.
 
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Highlights
Striking Foliage – Tall, arching leaves bring texture and movement to water gardens.
Fragrant Beauty – Leaves release a sweet aroma when crushed.
Wildlife Friendly – Provides shelter and food for aquatic insects and amphibians.
Adaptable & Hardy – Grows well in various soils and wet conditions.
Season-Long Appeal – Deciduous but often stays green into cooler months.
 
 
🌱 Planting Information 🌱
 
Hardiness Zones: 4–10
Sunlight: Full Sun
Season of Interest: Summer, Fall
Life Cycle: Perennial
Height: 2'–3'
Spread: 1'–2'
Water Needs: Average to High
Maintenance: Low
Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Alkaline, Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage: Moist but Well-Drained, Wet, Poorly Drained
 
Add the timeless beauty of Acorus americanus to your water garden today — a graceful, fragrant, and eco-friendly choice for any aquatic landscape.