aureola japanese forest grass
Aureola Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola') is an elegant and versatile ornamental grass that brings a splash of vibrant colour and delicate movement to New Zealand gardens. Renowned for its arching, golden-green leaves striped with chartreuse and cream, this low-growing perennial is a favourite among landscapers seeking texture, brightness, and year-round interest for shaded or partially shaded spaces.
Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' (Japanese Golden Grass)
Japanese Golden Grass, Golden Hakone Grass
Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola', commonly known as Golden Japanese Forest Grass or Hakone Grass, is a brightly coloured and stunning ornamental grass. It features variegated golden foliage with green stripes near the leaf margins. It grows as a large, soft-looking mound to about 1 m tall and the same wide. Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' is commonly used to line pathways or waterways, planted under large trees and shrubs, or grown in a large container.
- Suited to regions:
Subtropical, Temperate - Plant type:
Grasses - Height:
1.00 m - Spread:
1.00 m - Tolerances:
Coastal - Garden uses:
Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen - Garden styles:
Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
