Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola'

Selected as the 2009 Perennial Plant of the Year. A beautiful ornamental grass, and one of the few grasses that prefers a shady site. It forms a low mound of arching stems, with cascading layers of narrow leaves striped with bright yellow and green. The look is similar to a dwarf bamboo but without the invasive tendencies. Clumps are slow to grow, but eventually makes a spectacular border edging. Combines beautifully with Hostas or ferns, since all have similar requirements. Mature clumps may be divided in early spring, but be sure to make the divisions large for best success. Needs moist soil.

Light requirements: full to part shade

Soil requirements: normal, sandy or clay

Soil moisture: average, moist

Height: 35-65 cm

Spread: 45 - 60 cm

Day -8 wc-15 partly sunny Wind NNW19km/h P.O.P.11%
Night -14 wc-20 partly cloudy Wind NNW12km/h P.O.P.0%