Overview

Commonly known as Variegated Sweet Flag, this is a compact, semi-evergreen perennial grass-like plant prized for its striking green and creamy-yellow striped foliage. A 9cm pot size makes it perfect for small garden projects or patio containers.

• Height & Spread: 20–30cm tall

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil (tolerates boggy conditions)

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK

• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate

Ideal Uses

• Pond edges or bog gardens

• Damp borders

• Patio containers

• Ground cover in moist soil

• Japanese-style gardens

Care Tips

• Keep soil consistently moist (can tolerate shallow water).

• Trim back tired foliage in early spring.

• Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigour.

This variety stays neat and low-growing, making it excellent for edging paths or softening the edge of water features.