Hakonechloa macra 'Albovariegata'
Japanese forest grass (syn. Albo Striata)
A clump forming ornamental grass, which creates a cascading hummock of lush foliage that is attractively striped with white banding. Happiest in a lightly shaded spot, it looks wonderful when mixed with ferns and hostas, or used on its own to line the edges of a shady path. The clean, minimalist style of this grass also makes it a good choice for formal courtyards or chic urban planters.
How to care for Hakonechloa macra Albovariegata:
Hakonechloa likes a rich, moist soil so incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost into the planting hole and surrounding area. Plants will not do well in very heavy or excessively dry soil. Leaf colour is usually deeper and longer-lasting in partial shade than full sun. Leave flower heads to dry out through the winter, adding valuable texture to plantings. Apply a light mulch (3cm) of well-rotted garden compost after cutting back old foliage and before new growth emerges in spring. The plant can be late to emerge in spring if soil temperatures are low, and slow to clump so we suggest planting in small groups.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.4m
Eventual spread:
0.5m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This grass dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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