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Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola'

Family Gramineae
Plant Type ornamental grass
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The ornamental grass Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' (hakone) produces showy and faded green blossoms during mid summer to late summer. This plant has showy foliage that is deep green and bright yellow in colour. Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' (hakone) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, specimen and woodland.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' (hakone) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.