Acorus 'Oborozuki'
Best low-maintenance perennial for brightening up shady garden spaces.
This evergreen perennial is the ultimate cheat code for brightening up those stubborn, dark corners of your garden. While it won't provide showy blooms, its vibrant, multi-toned foliage offers a reliable, low-maintenance structure that stays lush and deer-resistant all year long.
$16.95
Who it's for
- Pond owners needing non-invasive plants for boggy edges
- Gardeners seeking year-round brightness in dim or damp spaces
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, pest-resistant greenery
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in dry, sun-drenched climates without irrigation
- Impatient landscapers looking for rapid, large-scale ground coverage
- Northern growers living in extremely cold, harsh climates
Performance breakdown
Foliage Vibrancy
Striking yellow and green variegation provides high-contrast visual impact.
Shade Tolerance
Thrives in low-light conditions where most flowering perennials struggle.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal pruning or attention to maintain its tidy mound shape.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer, saving gardeners from constant protective measures.
Seasonal Longevity
Evergreen foliage ensures consistent color throughout the entire calendar year.
Landscape Versatility
Compact size adapts seamlessly to containers, borders, or damp garden beds.
Key Specs
SKU
27591
Genus
Acorus
Species
gramineus
Item Form
2-Quart
Mature Height
12 in
Mature Width
12 in
Hardiness Zones
5 - 8
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