The herbaceous perennial Acorus calamus (sweet flag) bears faded green blooms during mid spring to late spring. The showy glossy foliage is medium green in colour, fine in texture and aromatic. Acorus calamus (sweet flag) has stems that are fragrant.
Typical Uses
Bog, border and pond.
Special Characteristics
Acorus calamus is tolerant of wet sites.
Cautions
When planning your garden, take into consideration that Acorus calamus (sweet flag) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.