All Gold Hakone Grass will grow to be about 18 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 24 inches. Its foliage tends to remain dense right to the ground, not requiring facer plants in front. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 15 years. As an herbaceous perennial, this plant will usually die back to the crown each winter, and will regrow from the base each spring. Be careful not to disturb the crown in late winter when it may not be readily seen!
This plant should be grown in a location with partial shade or which is shaded from the hot afternoon sun. It requires an evenly moist well-drained soil for optimal growth, but will die in standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Details
Botanical Name
Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold'
Common Name
All Gold Hakone Grass
Hardiness Zone
- 6
Appearance
Max Height
24 Inches
Max Spread
24 Inches
Plant Form
- Arching
Foliage Colour
- Yellow
Fall Colour
- Tan
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Moist
Sunlight
Partial Shade
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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