Description

Acorus americanus is a hardy perennial swamp or bog plant with sweet, spicy-scented leaves. Spadix-like flowers appear in June and July, followed by dark berries. Great for stabilizing pond edges or filling a boggy area. 2-3 ft tall and spread Foliage is aromatic if broken Moist to wet soils in full sun or bright shade A vigorous spreader Tolerates periods of dry Deer resistant Native to Ohio photo credit: Jack Greenlee, U.S. Forest Service