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Acorus gramineus 'Oborozuki'

Family Acoraceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic

Description Acorus gramineus 'Oborozuki' (dwarf sedge) bears faded lime flowers during late spring to mid-summer. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has variegated and striped dark lime and pale lime foliage that is showy, glossy, fine textured, semi-evergreen and fragrant. The fruit produced by Acorus gramineus 'Oborozuki' (dwarf sedge) is striped.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, bog, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting, pond and waterfront.
Special Characteristics Acorus gramineus 'Oborozuki' tolerates wet sites, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Acorus gramineus 'Oborozuki' (dwarf sedge) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.