Japanese rush
Common Name: Japanese rush
Genus: Acorus
Species: gramineus
Cultivar: 'Ogon'
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Boggy
Height: 25cm
Spread: 15cm
Time to divide plants: March to May
Flowering period:
June
to
July
'Ogon' is a specially attractive, dwarf, rush-like plant with gold and green variegated leaves which, while not fully evergreen, will withstand all but the worst winters. Grown only for their foliage, plants associate well with other compact evergreens such as bergenia and black mondo grass to make outstanding winter and early spring displays - ideal for the front of damp sunny borders or in containers. Its size makes it specially suitable for miniature water features such as half barrels or large ceramic bowls filled with water.
Looks good with:
Carex elata 'Aurea'Bergenia cordifolia
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