Acorus Gramineus Gold "Golden Sweet Flag" Large 2.5 Liter

Acorus gramineus ‘Gold’ (Golden Sweet Flag)

Product Description

Acorus ‘Gold’, commonly known as Golden Sweet Flag, is a compact, ornamental grass-like plant valued for its bright golden-yellow, arching foliage. It is ideal for borders, mass planting, containers, and water-feature edges, where it adds colour contrast and texture year-round. Its tidy growth habit and adaptability make it a popular choice for low-maintenance and contemporary garden designs.

Size When Fully Grown

• Height: Typically 30 cm – 40 cm
• Spread: Approximately 30 cm – 45 cm
• Forms dense clumps and spreads slowly over time.

Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade.
  • Best leaf colour is achieved in full sun.
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates damp soil and shallow water margins.
• Watering: Regular watering; prefers consistently moist soil.
• Temperature: Prefers temperate to warm climates; tolerates light frost.
• Feeding: Light feeding in spring with a balanced fertiliser.
• Maintenance: Remove old or damaged leaves; divide clumps every few years if needed.

Common Pests & Problems

Acorus ‘Gold’ is generally pest-resistant but may occasionally be affected by:

• Aphids
• Slugs and snails (in very moist conditions)
• Root rot if soil becomes waterlogged without drainage
  Overall, it is a hardy, low-problem plant.

Toxicity (Animals & Humans)

• Generally considered non-toxic.
  Safe for pets and children when planted in gardens or containers.

Best Planting Season (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Spring or autumn for best establishment.
• Growing Season: Active growth occurs in spring and summer.
• Winter Care: Growth slows in winter; reduce feeding and maintain light watering.
• Evergreen Appeal: Provides year-round foliage colour in most regions.