Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola'

Golden Variegated Hakone

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9

Cool season, dwarf grass with slender stems that hold bright yellow foliage with thin green stripes, having the effect of a tiny bamboo. Green stripes flush red in the fall. Very graceful, cascading and flowing habit, gives the sence of a waterfall. Lighting greatly effects the color of the foliage.

Height

12-18 Inches

Spread

14-18 Inches

Color

Yellow/Gold/Bronze

Interesting Notes

PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 2009 Hakon is a region in Japan and chloa is the Greek word for grass.

Bloom Time

August-September

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

This grass does die back in the winter months, can be cut back before winter sets in.

When to Divide

spring

Good Companions

Bugleweed (Ajuga reptans), Coral Bells (Heuchera ), Japanese Windflower Anemone (Anemone ), Miniature Goatsbeard (Aruncus aethusifolius), Grayleaf Cranesbill (Geranium cinereum), Bigleaf Ligularia (Ligularia dentata)

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes & Uses
• Cut Flowers
• Ground Cover
• Containers
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Shade
Foliage Color
• Variegated
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
• Fall
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
• Fall
• Spring
Soil Moisture Preference
• Moist
• Well-drained
• Organic
• Rich