Acorus Gramineus《菖蒲》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Acorus gramineus:

• Fine, flowing foliage for soft, layered landscaping

• Naturally aromatic with a clean, fresh scent

• Thrives in moist soil—perfect for water edges or shady gardens

• Non-invasive and easy to maintain

🌿 Acorus gramineus – Care Guide

Commonly known as Dwarf Sweet Flag, Acorus gramineus is a low-growing, grass-like perennial known for its bright green or variegated sword-shaped foliage, gentle sweet fragrance, and love of moist environments. It’s often used as a ground cover, pond margin plant, or accent in Japanese-style gardens and terrariums.

☀️ Light Requirements

• Thrives in partial shade to full sun

• In hot climates, prefers filtered light or morning sun with afternoon shade

• Indoors: place near a bright window with indirect light

💧 Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist or wet

• Can grow directly in shallow water or along pond edges

• Do not allow soil to completely dry out

• In containers, ensure drainage or maintain humidity with a saucer or tray

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Prefers rich, loamy, or clay soil that retains moisture

• Excellent for bog gardens, water features, or wet terrariums

• In pots, use a moisture-retentive mix with some organic matter

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Hardy in zones 6–11

• Prefers cool to warm temperatures (10–28°C / 50–82°F)

• Enjoys high humidity – ideal for terrariums or beside water features

• Protect from frost in cooler climates

🍃 Fertilizing

• Not a heavy feeder – apply diluted liquid fertilizer monthly in spring and summer

• Avoid overfertilizing to maintain compact growth

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove dead or faded leaves to keep tidy

• Can be divided every 2–3 years in spring to rejuvenate and propagate

• Grows slowly but steadily with minimal maintenance

✅ Ideal For

• Bog gardens, water gardens, terrariums, ground cover, or pond edges

• Excellent as a natural border or low-lying accent plant

• Suitable for zen, Japanese, and tropical-style landscaping

⚠️ Pet Safety

• Considered non-toxic and generally safe for pets

Bring peaceful greenery into your space with Acorus gramineus (菖蒲)—a plant that embodies tranquility, simplicity, and natural beauty.