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Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold' is a Japanese Forest Grass that has bright golden foliage. Its cascading form is stunning along a woodland path, beside a shady terrace, or anywhere in soft, dappled light.
Hakonechloa is a genus with only one species, Hakonechloa macra, known as Japanese Forest Grass. Renowned for its ornamental appeal, it features arching, graceful mounds of flowing foliage, and although native to the cool, moist, wooded mountains of Japan, it is a warm-season Grass. It grows actively during warm weather, produces wispy plumes in midsummer, and often develops vibrant fall color before fading to buff as winter sets in, adding movement and texture to winter gardens. This low-maintenance plant thrives in partial to full shade with consistently moist, well-drained soil. While it tolerates full sun in cooler, moist climates such as the Pacific Northwest, it requires more shade and moisture in hotter regions. It can be challenging to grow in the humid South or dry Southwest, and does not tolerate clay soil. Hakonechloa works beautifully as a ground cover, especially on slopes or along paths where its cascading foliage resembles a flowing mountain stream. It can also be grown as individual clumps in perennial gardens, under trees, or as a striking specimen in containers. Golden and variegated varieties are especially prized for their ability to brighten shady areas. With proper care, this elegant Grass adds year-round beauty and interest to gardens.
For information on the growing and care of Hakonechloa, click Growing Guide.
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Jul 22, 2023
Pretty, although a slow grower
Pretty, although a slow grower 
A viewer from New York
Mine is about 3 years old and growing, although very slowly, larger each year. Only early morning sun. It's a cheerful plant in a shady location and none of the pesty animals or insects seems to bother it. The foliage stays blemish free.
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May 22, 2015
Healthy & beautiful!
Healthy & beautiful! 
Southern Goddess from Atlanta,GA
I received 5 of these beauties 3 weeks ago-perfectly packed and shipped, planted them in an area receiving dappled sun and good drainage. They have since doubled in size, and are uniquely beautiful...Location, knowledge, and experience in gardening helps while working with these. Thank you, White Flower Farm.
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Latin Name Pronunciation: hak-on-eh-klo' ah
The genus Hakonechloa consists of only one species, Hakonechloa macra, known as Japanese Forest Grass. It is a warm-season Grass that grows in the cool, moist environment of wooded mountains and wet, rocky cliffs in Japan. Graceful and highly ornamental, this is an easy, low-maintenance plant for part to full shade when provided with consistently moist, well-drained soil with organic matter.
Growing Hakonechloa
Plant the crown just at soil level, or slightly above if you will be adding mulch. Spacing is indicated on the back of the plant tag.
Light: Partial to full shade; needs full shade in hot areas and can be grown in full sun in cool, moist climates.
Watering: Medium to high water needs, depending on climate and soil.
Fertilizer: Like most Grasses, does not need supplemental fertilizer, but does appreciate occasional compost and perhaps lightly applied mulch.
Soil: Does best in well-drained, consistently moist soil rich in organic matter; grows well in reasonably good garden soil. Cannot tolerate heavy clay soil, which promotes root rot.
Pests/Diseases: Generally pest- and disease-free. Susceptible to Grey Leaf Spot, a fungal disease in hot, humid areas, especially if crowded or fed with high nitrogen fertilizer.
Dividing/Transplanting: Divide or transplant in spring, any time before blooming. It is best to avoid digging plants in fall, as these shallow-rooted plants are susceptible to frost heaving with winter freeze/thaw cycles.
End-of-Season Care: Leave foliage standing through winter; cut foliage to the ground in early spring or if knocked down by winter weather.
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