Hakonechloa

An eye-catching small ornamental grass, forming arching clumps of vividly striped bright yellow and narrow green striped foliage. The leaves keep their colour throughout the season, and often when its grown in full sun it develops a slight reddish tinge. In late summer and autumn, pale green, needle-like flower spikes are produced. An outstanding grass for growing on its own in a striking container.Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moist but well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: August to OctoberFlower colour: pale greenOther features: arching clumps of vividly striped foliageHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole. Divide plants in springGoes well with: Juniperus x pfitzeriana Gold Sovereign, Crocosmia 'Firebird', Tolmiea menziesii 'Taff's Gold', Hosta fortunei var. aureomarginata, Miscanthus sinensis, Euonymus fortunei 'Canadale Gold'
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