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Acorus calamus
Sweet Flag
Information by: Photographer: GardenSoft
Description
This plant is a low-light, green ornamental grass. It does well in damp areas such as next to a pond or pool. The foliage of this perrennial is similar to an iris- tall, straight and sword-like. Sweet Flag also has medicinal uses.
Plant Type
Grass
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
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Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
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Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.