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Golden Japanese Sweet Flag

Golden Japanese Sweet Flag

ACORUS gramineus variegatus 'Ogon'

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Common Name(s)
Golden Variegated Japanese or Grassy Sweet Flag
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs) or Partial Sun / Shade (3-6 hrs)
Watering
Keep moist
Max Height
1'–2'
Max Spread
18"-24"
Special Features
Deer resistant
Garden Design Role
Aquatic
Lifespan
Perennial
Growing Habit
Clumping
Bloom Color
Green, Yellow
Foliage Color
Lime Green, Variegated
Stem Color
Green
Themes
Fire, Confetti
Genus
Acorus
Family
Acoraceae
Ship Size
4"

Golden Japanese Sweet Flag (Acorus gramineus ‘Ogon’) is a striking perennial herb grown for its vibrant, variegated golden-yellow foliage and versatile garden performance.

This compact, grass-like plant works beautifully as a ground cover between stepping stones, along borders, poolside, or in containers. Its bright foliage adds year-round texture and contrast, especially in shaded or moisture-retentive areas.

Why you’ll love it:

  • Bright golden variegated foliage for year-round interest
  • Excellent ground cover for pathways, edges, and containers
  • Deer resistant and low maintenance
  • Performs well in moist soils and bog-style plantings

Golden Japanese Sweet Flag thrives in sun or shade with consistently moist soil and can tolerate boggy conditions or shallow water. In full shade, reduce watering slightly. Growing 1–1.5 feet tall, it’s a reliable, elegant choice for water-wise and ornamental landscapes.