{"product_id":"acorus-calamus-variegala-18-x-18-20cm-18cm-pot","title":"Acorus calamus variegala (18 x 18) 20cm 18cm Pot","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcorus calamus 'Variegata' is a striking perennial aquatic plant renowned for its decorative variegated foliage. This cultivar features long, sword-shaped leaves displaying a vibrant blend of green and creamy-yellow stripes, offering a bold accent in water and moist soil gardens, as well as suitable indoor conditions. Due to its consistent growth habit and robust nature, Acorus calamus 'Variegata' performs reliably within wholesale plant supply and trade houseplant ranges, making it an excellent choice for commercial growers and retailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foliage of Acorus calamus 'Variegata' presents a unique variegation pattern with bright yellow edges and mid-green centres, creating a visually dynamic texture that enhances any plant grouping or display. It grows in a clumping, upright form reaching approximately 20–30cm in height, which supports neat and compact presentations suitable for retail environments. This plant tolerates a range of light conditions from partial shade to bright indirect light, making it adaptable to varied indoor and sheltered outdoor environments. Acorus calamus 'Variegata' is resilient to fluctuations in watering routines, preferring consistently moist conditions but capable of withstanding short dry periods. It requires low maintenance, which aids ease of handling and stocking in retail settings. Additionally, its aquatic nature lends a unique merchandising angle for themed water plant or patio collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Trade Buyers Choose This Plant  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrade buyers favour Acorus calamus 'Variegata' for its commercial reliability, as it consistently presents healthy, vigorous growth across supply batches. The natural variegation pattern is generally stable, providing managed natural variation that appeals to diverse customer preferences without compromising uniformity. This cultivar’s adaptability allows it to be effectively utilised across retail plant benches, interior foliage displays, and commercial landscaping projects. Its ongoing demand is supported by current trends favouring ornamental grasses and aquatic plants within core trade houseplant ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical Retail Placement  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcorus calamus 'Variegata' performs well on houseplant benches where its striking leaf variegation can attract customer attention. It is also well suited for office installations, adding colour and texture to indoor water features or moist planting schemes. Interior display areas benefit from this plant’s upright, tidy growth habit, making it ideal for grouped presentations or as part of gift-ready plant assortments. Its easy care and neat stature ensure it remains a popular choice in various commercial and retail settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWholesale \u0026amp; Retail Suitability  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cultivar has a good shelf life and remains attractive under typical retail conditions when moisture is maintained, contributing to lower loss rates. It supports volume wholesale plant supply due to ease of propagation and transport robustness. Handling considerations include maintaining adequate moisture during shipping and avoiding direct exposure to harsh sunlight to preserve leaf variegation quality. Consistency of presentation is high, with plants generally uniform in size and variegation pattern, improving point of sale impact and customer appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrade Summary  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcorus calamus 'Variegata' requires low to moderate care, simplifying retail and commercial maintenance routines.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt tolerates a range of light conditions, from partial shade to bright, indirect indoor light, increasing its placement versatility.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plant shows resilience to varied watering schedules, tolerating occasional drying while preferring moist conditions.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts compact, clumping growth habit suits efficient merchandising and space-conscious display arrangements.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for multiple commercial channels including retail, interiors, and wholesale plant supply due to broad adaptability.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhibits strong handling and transport durability, reducing losses during distribution and store handling.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural variation in variegation is typical but controlled, providing appealing foliage without unpredictability in wholesale batches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HIP","offers":[{"title":"18cm Pot \/ 20cm","offer_id":56656714334534,"sku":"13100-20cm-18cm-acv-46","price":8.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/8195\/2582\/files\/0xD355FC25D8ED67D3B3F1FB2CDCE35D70FCCC06FD.jpg?v=1779855458","url":"https:\/\/wholesaleplantshop.co.uk\/products\/acorus-calamus-variegala-18-x-18-20cm-18cm-pot","provider":"Wholesale Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}