Japanese forest grass (Hakonechloa macra 'Stripe It Rich') plant — close-up photo
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Japanese forest grass

Hakonechloa macra 'Stripe It Rich'

Overview

Japanese forest grass (Hakonechloa macra 'Stripe It Rich') is an amazing species for any garden. Its lush, clumping foliage adds color and texture to landscape, with green and yellow variegations. Its upright growth habit is both lovely and easy to maintain, while staying under 24 inches, making it ideal for small spaces. Its graceful, arching leaves look stunning in rock gardens or near water features, and it can also be mass planted for an extra-dramatic effect. It can thrive in full sun or partial shade, and even prefers drier soils. Its beauty, ease of management, and versatility make Japanese forest grass a must-have species in any garden.

Care Guide

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Watering

Average — every "5-7" days.

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Light

Part shade.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 5-9.

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Pruning

Best pruned in March, April, May, August, March, April, May, August.

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Propagation

Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation

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