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HAKONECHLOA
Commonly known as Japanese forest grass
One species only in this genus and its variegated cultivars are without doubt among the most attractive ornamental grasses suiting a variety of sites.
Clump-forming perennial grass from wooded and often mountainous areas of Japan.
Further Reading....
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Deciduous - rhizomatous, clump forming perennial with smooth leaves and loose, nodding panicles of spikelets.
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Ornamental grasses
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Full sun -
Partial shade - for variegated forms -
Additional Features - Good to know - - the variegated cultivars of this grass are among the most attractive of ornamental grasses. Good for woodland gardens and also for containers. -
Pests & Diseases - none -
Place of origin - Japan -
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - humus- rich.
Grasses - Care Guide
Hakonechloa macra - Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of HAKONECHLOA
HAKONECHLOA macra 'All Gold' >
Commonly known as: Japanese forest grass.
Delicate golden yellow foliage forming a low mound. Best in semi-shade with some sun
HAKONECHLOA macra 'Aureola' >
Commonly known as: Japanese forest grass.
Hummocks of vividly striped yellow and green foliage. Vibrant in a courtyard setting or to edge a shrub border
HAKONECHLOA macra 'Sunflare' >
Commonly known as: Japanese forest grass.
Yellow foliage developing crimson tips. Super pot plant
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
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All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
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