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Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola'
Japanese Forest Grass
syn. Hakone Grass
Poaceae
Height
30 - 60 cm
Flower colour
light green - cream
Inflorence type
panicle
Flowering time
late summer
Foliage colour
chartreuse with green stripes
Sunlight
partial shade
Soil
humus-rich, well drained, moist
pH
acid - neutral - alkaline
Hardiness
limited experience
Plant range
garden variety, the species is native to Japan
Hakonechloa is a monotypic genus in the grass family, Poaceae, that is native to Japan. It is shade tolerant and many garden varieties are available.
Propagation:
Division in spring or fall.
A medium sized ornamental grass that grows best in partial shade in humus-rich, well drained, moist soil. It's best to trim withered foliage in spring before new growth begins to emerge. It's good to shelter the plant during winter by a cover of leaves or compost.
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