Description
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
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'All Gold' Japanese forest grass (Hakonechloa macra) will glow in your shade garden with bright, golden foliage. Slender leaves arch as they grow, forming a graceful cascading mound. With ample moisture and light, leaves will stay attractive from spring through fall.
This ornamental grass requires little maintenance and is resistant to pests, diseases, and deer, making it super easy to grow! There are so many design opportunities with this golden grass. Try planting it with darker leaf heucheras, bold-leaf hostas, or foreground planting to shrubs!
Botanical name: Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold'
Common name: Hakone grass, Japanese forest grass
Plant type: perennial
Zone: 5 - 9
Sun exposure: Shade (< 4 hours sun) to part-sun (4-6 hours sun)
Height x width: 12-18" X 18"
Foliage color: Chartreuse and gold
Season of interest: Spring through fall
Bloom time: Late summer, early fall
Features:Deer resistant, wet soils, space savers, rain gardens, container plants
Uses: Accent, border, container, ground cover, massing, small spaces, underplanting, waterside, woodland
Soil: Prefers organic-rich, well-draining soils. Avoid poorly draining soils composed of heavy clay.
Light: Shade (< 4 hours sun) to part-sun (4-6 hours sun). Full hot sun may scorch the foliage.
Water: Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
Spacing: 18 - 24 inches
Fertilizing: Hakonechloa doesn't need supplemental fertilizing in good soils, but if you do fertilize, wait until after the first blush of growth in spring.
Winterizing: In zones 5 and 6, apply a layer of extra mulch for protection.
Maintenance & pruning: Trim back the old foliage in late fall or early spring before new growth emerges. Divide every 2 to 3 years in the spring. Older plants can be dug up and cut in half for quick propagation.
Don't waste another season with a dull shade garden! With the right plants, you can spruce up the shade to be just as lively as the sun. Whether they are classic green or unique blues, purples, reds, and greys, these leaves will give you at least three seasons of color in your garden.
Fast shipping, starting off well.
Ordered two 1qt grasses. They arrived quickly, looking good. I hope they will thrive and their color will deepen with age.
They were in good condition and packed well. However, I was hoping for grass leaves that were more than 1 1/2 long.
We’re sorry you’re not satisfied with your plants! The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. Trimming only encourages stronger root development! All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee. Thank you for your feedback!
I am extremely disappointed with the plants I received considering the price I paid for them. They appeared noticeably small and ill-nourished, lacking vitality. Fortunately, I discovered superior plants available at a slightly higher cost, but the quality is unquestionably superior.
Hello! We apologize that you received plants that are not up to our standards. Please email pictures of the plants to claims@greatgardenplants.com, making sure to put your order number and name in the subject line so that we may provide the best assistance possible. Rest assured, we have a 60-day guarantee on all our plants. If you received your plants within that timeframe, we would be happy to apply your warranty once we receive the pictures. Happy Gardening!
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Have them in a huge decorative pot.
Will bring them in for winter.
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