All Gold Japanese Forest Grass
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | All Gold Japanese Forest Grass |
Botanical Name | Hakonechloa macra'All Gold' |
Description | |
Plant Type | Perennial |
Mature Height | 15 to 18 in |
Mature Width | 18 to 2 ft |
Growth Habit | Rounded |
Bloom Color | Yellow-green |
Bloom Interest | Showy |
Bloom Period | July to August |
Seasonal Interest | Summer, Fall, Winter |
Foliage Color | Golden Yellow |
Foliage Type | Simple |
Fall Color | Yellow |
Attributes | Black Walnut Tolerant |
Attracts Butterflies | No |
Attracts Birds | No |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 to 9 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Low |
Cost | Moderate |
Watering Notes | Water weekly the first year of planting. Once established, supplemental water during periods of drought is usually all that is necessary. |
Fertilize Notes | Feed with a general purpose fertilizer like 5-10-5 when planting. Established plants shouldn't be fed heavily. Use fertilizer at half-strength in the spring as new growth appears. |
Prune Notes | Prune to 10-12" height, Fall or Early Spring before new growth shows. |