Acorus gramineus 'Ogon' (Japanese rush 'Ogon')
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0.15m max. spread |
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0.25m max. height |
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2-5 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Acorus gramineus 'Ogon'
Other names: Japanese rush 'Ogon'
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Genus: Acorus
Variety or cultivar: 'Ogon' _ 'Ogon' is a semi-evergreen perennial with variegated, arching, grass-like leaves that are golden yellow and green.
Acorus gramineus 'Ogon' is: Semi evergreen
Foliage: Golden-yellow, Green in All seasons
Habit: Clump-forming
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Pruning: In summer cut out any dead leaves, remove spent flowers and divide every few years to prevent congestion.. REGISTER to read more...
Propagation methods: Division. REGISTER to read more...
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Acorus gramineus 'Ogon' (Japanese rush 'Ogon') will reach a height of 0.25m and a spread of 0.15m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Aquatic, Bog garden, Containers, Cottage/Informal, Ground Cover, Low Maintenance, Waterside
Cultivation: Plant in moist, fertile soil in sun. A good marginal aquatic plant.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Clay, Loamy |  |
| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Boggy damp conditions, Moisture-retentive | |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | South, West | |
| Exposure: | Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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