What should you buy from Riverbend this week?

Check out this list of THE BEST crops at Riverbend according to Stephanie's weekly review of the nursery. These are the "must haves" for a great display of color!

Acorus gramineus 'Minimus Aureus'

Miniature Golden Sweet Flag

A moisture loving plant. It can be planted in a shallow pond or in the woods. It has non- invasive rhizomes and can adapt to many different conditions. Use between stepping stones, where it exudes a fresh citrus fragrance.

Height: 3 Inches

Acorus (a-ko'-rus)

Family: Araceae · Common Name: Sweet Flag

A wetland perennial with bushy narrow leaved fan-like foliage that spreads quickly when submerged in bog type landscapes. An excellent delicate look for water garden edges or containers. Has a cinnamon fragrance when foliage is crushed.

Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure • Shade	Soil Moisture Needs • Average	Growth Rate in the Garden • Fast	Season of Interest (Flowering) • Spring
Bloom Color • White	Attributes • Rock Garden • Easy to Grow • Drought Tolerant • Fragrant • Ground Cover	Water Requirements • Plant in or around water or bog gardens • Adapts well to dry or moist conditions