Calamus 'Variegata' P9 (0,5L)

Calamus 'Variegata' (Acorus calamus 'Variegatus') – Beautiful Aquatic Plant with Striped Leaves

Calamus 'Variegata' is a decorative aquatic plant that impresses with its long, sword-shaped leaves in contrasting shades of green, cream and yellow. It is an ideal choice for water gardens, by ponds or as an ornamental plant in damp parts of the garden.

Key features of the striped tartare 'variegata'

List

• Appearance: Long, sword-shaped leaves with light green stripes that alternate with cream or yellow stripes.
• Color: The leaves give the plant an attractive, contrasting appearance. In full sun, the colors are more intense.
• Height: The plant grows up to 60-80 cm in height, forming impressive clumps.

Growth and Habit

• Habit: Vertical, which adds elegance in water gardens and on the edge of ponds.
• Size: Ideal for planting along bodies of water where the plant can grow upwards while maintaining an aesthetically pleasing appearance.

Cultivation requirements

Position

• Preferences: Calamus 'Variegata' grows best in moist, waterlogged locations or in shallow water (up to 10 cm deep). It can also be grown in moist soils, where regular watering is ensured.
• Light: The plant grows well in both full sun and light partial shade. In full sun, the leaves take on a more intense color.

Soil

• Type: Acorus calamus grows best in moist soils or along the banks of water bodies. It is a swamp plant that likes humidity, but can tolerate different types of soil, provided they are well watered.

Care

• Watering: The plant requires regular watering or access to water, especially during dry periods.
• Frost resistance: Calamus 'Variegata' is fully frost resistant, which makes it resistant to Polish climatic conditions.
• Pruning: Faded or withered leaves should be pruned so that the plant retains its aesthetic appearance and promotes new growth.

Application of Calamus 'Variegata'

• Water gardens: An excellent plant for planting along the edges of ponds or ponds, where its decorative leaves add elegance.
• Regeneration zones: Acorus calamus is also known for its water-purifying properties, so it is often planted in pond regeneration zones, where it helps to filter water naturally.
• Home gardens: It can also be used in moist parts of gardens as an ornamental plant in natural compositions.

Advantages of Calamus 'Variegata'

• Decorativeness throughout the season: Thanks to its striped leaves, the plant is a real eye-catcher throughout the growing season.
• Purifying properties: Helps in water filtration in water gardens and ponds.
• Low maintenance: It is easy to grow and undemanding to maintain, tolerating harsher environmental conditions.

  Plant Specifications

  • Flower pot: 0.5 liters
  • Age: 2 years old
  • Frost resistance: Yes