Hakonechloa macra
Original price
€9,95
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Original price
€19,95
Original price
€9,95
€9,95
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€19,95
Current price
€9,95
Hakonechloa macra
Hakonechloa macra is a slowly-spreading, mound-forming, deciduous grass with arching, linear, mid- to bright green leaves, often turning orange-red in autumn, and nodding panicles of insignificant, pale green flower spikelets in late summer.
Overview
Type
Grass
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Upright, Arching
Maturity
2-5 yrs
Max Height
0.6m
Max Spread
0.6m
Hardiness
H5
Toxicity
Not toxic
Suggested Uses
Flowering Season
Foliage Season
Growing Conditions
Grow in moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Best golden colour in some sun. Cut back in late winter.
Sunlight
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
Drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
pH
Neutral, Acid
Soil Types
Loamy, Sandy
Drought Tolerant
No
Flood Tolerant
No
Care & Pests
Pruning
Cut back hard to 10-15cm in late February/March before new growth
Propagation
Care Tips
- Cut back in late winter
- Divide every 3-5 years in spring
- Leave seed heads for winter interest
Common Pests
Diseases