Overview

Acorus calamus 'Variegatus' is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Acorus, part of the Acoraceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Acorus calamus 'Variegatus' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and low maintenance.

About

Acorus calamus 'Variegatus' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Acorus genus, known for its semi-evergreen foliage. It thrives in full sun and is suitable for south- or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. This plant adapts well to a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, and loam, and can grow in acid, alkaline, or neutral soils, particularly those that are poorly drained. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is ideal for cottage and informal gardens and requires low maintenance. Propagation is best achieved by division in spring.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Acorus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Chalk, Clay, Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Poorly-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H6

Plant details

Acorus calamus 'Variegatus' size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Semi evergreen

Suggested uses

Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Acorus calamus 'Variegatus'

Propagation

Division, in spring

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

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