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Other cultivars/species:
Hakonechloa macra is more sun tolerant, larger (up
to 3 feet), and all-green. |
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‘Albovariegata’ is
similar to the species, but with fine white
variegation. ‘All Gold’ is similar to ‘Aureola’,
but the foliage has no gree |
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Extra notes and interesting information:
Looks
like tiny bamboo, but is not invasive.
Great
for under trees, as a groundcover, in containers, or
as walkway or boarder edging.
Very
little to no maintenance is needed. You can cut
back the deciduous leaves in early spring, but be
sure to avoid cutting any new growth.
Great
for brightening up dark areas. Red spring and fall
color adds additional interest.
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References:
Brenzel, Kathleen Norris, Ed. 2001. Sunset Western Garden Book,
7th ed. Sunset Publishing Corporation, Menlo Park,
CA.
Darke, Rick. 1999. The Color Encyclopedia of Ornamental
Grasses. Timber Press, Portland, OR
MacKenzie, David S. 1997. Perennial Ground Covers. Timber
Press, Portland, OR |
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Hardiness:
USDA
Zones 5-9 |
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at
a glance:
Common Name:
Golden
forest grass
Location: Yao
Garden and the Groundcover Garden
Plant type:
Perennial grass
Family:
Poaceae
Height/Spread:
Grows slowly to about 14 inches, although arching leaves make it look
lower.
Leaves:
Long and
slender golden leaves with thin green stripes. Color varies with site
and climate conditions: in the Pacific Northwest, the variegation
tends to be a creamy white color. Cool temperatures in the spring and
fall often cause these deciduous leaves to turn pink or red.
Flower:
Tiny yellowish to green flowers form in 6-inch long, 2 inch wide
clusters.
Disease/pests:
No
significant problems
Bloom Period:
Late
summer to early fall, flowers insignificant.
Conditions:
Thrives
in well-drained soil with high organic content, light to moderate
shade, and slightly moist soil (but is also drought tolerant).
Natural Range:
Mountainous areas of Japan. |
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