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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
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Height - 40cm (16in)
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Spread - 35cm (14in)
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Herbaceous - Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Ornamental grasses - perennial grass spreading slowly to form mounds of arching, linear leaves. Flushes red in autumn often continuing into winter
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Very hardy - Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade - colour is darker in shade
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Additional Features - Good to know - - makes a good container subject. Ideal for a soft edging
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Pests & Diseases - none
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Place of origin - Japan. Garden origin
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Flower Shape - Panicles - - open panicles to 18cm (7in) long
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Spikes - spikelets
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Garden Location/Conditions - Patio / pot plants -
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Leaf Colour (if not green) - Gold variegated -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - humus-rich.
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Grasses - Care Guide
Hakonechloa macra - Growing Guide
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