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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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Good to know
Makes a good container subject. Ideal for a soft edging -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Japan. Garden origin -
PaniclesOpen panicles to 18cm (7in) long
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SpikesSpikelets
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BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Patio / pot plants
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Fully hardy
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Gold variegated
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Height
40cm (16in) -
Spread
35cm (14in) -
HerbaceousEarly 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 grassesPerennial 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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Full sun
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Partial shade
Colour is darker in shade -
Mature Size40cm (16in)
35cm (14in)
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