Hakonechloa macra
Japanese Forest Grass
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Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra) - Description
Hakonechloa macra 'Albo-striata' "The" bright and colorful white striped compact grass for shady spots!
Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra) - Growth
In areas with hot summers, partial shade is best, but Hakonechloa thrives best in areas with cool summers. In full sun, cool summer areas the yellow portions of the variegated blades will turn white, while in the partial shade, hot summer areas they will turn golden-yellow. In full shade they will turn lime-green. It is frost hardy. While it does spread through rhizomes, it is not invasive.
Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra) - Planting
To propagate, divide plants in spring. The species can be grown from seeds, but variegated cultivars do not come true.
Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra) - Pest
Uncommon.
Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra) - Interesting facts
This grass is native to the rocky cliffs around Mt. Hakone in Southeast Honshu, Japan.
Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra) - Soil and irrigation
This grass prefers humusy, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Keep wet in hot, dry summers.
