Live Large Size Variegated Sweet Flag Bare Rooted Division Plant PLANTS WILL BE DUG UP AFTER PAYMENT TO GET YOU THE FRESHEST PLANT AND GIVE PLANT A BETTER CHANCE. During winter season shipping, the leaf are dropped. Please don't worry it will grow back on next spring. From November to April, We ship these plants in their dormant state. This means they will have no leaves. The tuber will be strewn with buds for this coming spring's growth. If you live in a southern state, these will push new growth upon planting them as dormancy is dependent on hours of daylight and temperature. We are located in PA State and temperatures can differ drastically around the country. Acorus gramineus 'Ogon' Golden Sweet flag is a great marginal plant for small water gardens or places where a small plant is needed around any water garden such as the leading edge. The bright gold colored leaves help to add color to any area where they are planted. Golden Sweet flag is a slower growing plant making it easy for maintenance. Plant in groups to achieve the best look around your water feature. Common Name: Golden Sweet Flag Use: Hardy Marginal Flower Color: N/A Leaf Color: Gold Height: 12'' Width: 3'' to 8'' Hardiness Zone: 4 to12 Light Conditions: Full sun to partial shade Native To: North America Planting and Care Instructions For Water Garden Plants MARGINAL OR BOG PLANTS ? Marginal plants should be planted in individual containers of approximately 1 to 3 gallon capacity. Some marginal plants are grown in 2? net pots and it is recommended that you plant without removing these net pots as not to damage the roots. Plant as you would the lilies, but when adding fertilizer tablets, use 1 tablet for 1 gallon size pots and 2 tablets for 2 or 3 gallon size pots. Marginal plants should be lowered to a depth of only 1 to 3 inches. They grow out of the water and are usually found at the water?s edge. Customer Service: Your success is our success. If you feel like you cannot leave us a 5 star rating or if you have any issues with your order, like damaged or wrong items etc...just send us a note and we'll promptly resolve the issue for you. Please contact us first and we'll be more than happy to replace or refund your order before you open the the case.