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Hakonechloa macra Aureola

Japanese Golden Grass, Golden Hakone Grass, Japanese Forest 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. The beauty of the Golden Japanese Forest Grass affords year-round interest.

Hakonechloa macra aureola grass with golden-yellow foliage.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Grasses
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:
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, Woodland
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asJapanese Golden Grass, Golden Hakone Grass, Japanese Forest Grass
Sku13555

Hakonechloa macra Aureola care guide

Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' is a stunning ornamental grass known for its gracefully arching foliage striped in golden-yellow and green. It thrives in part to full shade and prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. In New Zealand, it performs best in sheltered spots with dappled light, making it ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or container plantings. Water regularly during dry periods, especially in summer, to prevent the foliage from browning. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. In late winter or early spring, cut back old foliage to encourage fresh new growth. This grass is slow-growing but clump-forming and non-invasive, making it easy to manage. It's also frost-hardy and deer-resistant.

Hakonechloa macra Aureola for sale

The Plant Company has the best Hakonechloa macra Aureola plants for sale in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants and our logistics team pack them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. We all love producing this beautiful plant and hearing our customers thank us for providing them with healthy and vibrant plants. Let us look after your plant needs and impress you with both our products and service!

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