Hakonechloa macra, 2/3L
Also known as 'Japanese forest grass', this deciduous, perennial grass forms a mound of green foliage, which takes on brown accents into winter. In mid-late summer, arching panicles of lime green flowers are held above the leaves, offering movement.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2/3L
- Height & Spread: 50cm (1ft 7in) x 50cm (1ft 7in)
Features
Also known as 'Japanese forest grass', this deciduous, perennial grass forms a mound of green foliage, which takes on brown accents into winter. In mid-late summer, arching panicles of lime green flowers are held above the leaves, offering movement.
- Flowers: June – July
- Hardy
- Deciduous
- Slow growing
- A recipient of the RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence
- Enriched, well-drained soil (does not like heavy or dry soil)
- All aspects
- Full sun or partial sunlight or full shade
- Leaf colour is better in partial sunlight than full sun
- Flower heads can be left to dry on plant, providing texture to the planting
- New growth can be late to emerge in spring if weather is cool
- Best planted in small groups for maximum effect as slow to spread