Acorus gramineus 'Licorice'
Plant Profile
Acorus gramineus 'Licorice'
Acorus gramineus 'Licorice' – Licorice Sweet Flag
A fragrant evergreen perennial grass-like plant prized for its rich green, iris-like foliage that releases a distinct anise-licorice scent when brushed or crushed. Larger and more richly colored than 'Pusillus' or 'Variegata', this is the most aromatic of the sweet flags. Thrives at pond edges, in bog gardens, or as a textural container plant, tolerating both consistently moist soil and shallow standing water.
Key Features:
- Evergreen perennial grass-like plant
- Strong licorice-anise fragrance when foliage is crushed
- Deer resistant
- Bog tolerant – thrives in wet conditions and shallow water
- Excellent for pond edges, bog gardens, and containers
- Use between stepping stones or as ground cover
- Slow-spreading, well-behaved clumping habit
- Low-maintenance and easy to grow
Growing Details:
Height: 12-18" | Spread: 12-18"
Exposure: Sun to part shade | Water: Moderate to moist, tolerates standing water
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5-10
Plant Details
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