Japanese for leaf on the wind4/17/2023 Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' This is the most common variegated cultivar.Variegated foliage color variations include: The cool season color varies from orange to red shades and is most pronounced in autumn. This information is not cited by most sellers of this plant who state greater average heights, although my professional growing experience verifies the patent info ). Hakonechloa macra 'Nicolas' Developed in France by Olivier Bennato Chez, this cultivar is basically a dwarf version of Beni-Kaze, only reaching 15 cm (about 6") or 23 cm (9") in bloom (according to the US patent.It averages 45 centimetres (18 in) to 75 centimetres (30 in) in height. Hakonechloa macra 'Beni-Kaze' The leaves of Beni-Kaze, (Japanese for Red Wind) are green throughout most of the growing season but as cool weather approaches red pigments flush into the leaves turning them bright red to reddish-purple in autumn.Plants in full shade will tend to be much greener and may be difficult to distinguish from other cultivars. The more sun the brighter the yellow tends to be. Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold' This solid color variety has leaves that range from pale yellow to gold to deep lime green depending on sun exposure.The foliage tends to be deep bright green and may have orange, red or purple tones to some degree in the fall. The green form is the fastest grower and tends to be slightly larger than most cultivars, and is mildly sun tolerant though it may burn if not given adequate shade. Solid green leaves are the hallmark of the species. The graceful form tends to soften formal shady areas as well. It is mainly used as an ornamental grass in Japanese style gardens, or to brighten shady areas of the garden. It prefers even moisture and average humidity, but can tolerate minor dry spells and arid climates (with irrigation) with minimal damage. The plant is tough enough to survive in USDA Zone 5, −28 ☌ (−18 ☏). The height may also be somewhat dependent on soil moisture, nutrients, and length of growing season. The cultivars often grow significantly shorter in height than the species. Some cultivars tend to turn orange or red in colder weather. The cultivars of Hakonechloa macra may be green, or boldly variegated in stripes of white, green, or yellow, or have solid colored leaves. The species and the cultivars ‘Alboaurea’ and ‘Aureola’ have gained the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit. The various cultivars of Hakonechloa macra are used as foliage plants in gardens in temperate climates. ![]() Hakonechloa macra is grown as an ornamental plant, for use in gardens and as a potted plant. The flowers are light purple fading to tan then dropping off over the course of several weeks. The flowers bloom in midsummer from leaf nodes near the ends of the stalks. The papery texture keeps the foliage cool to the touch and often the surface is slightly puckered or rippled. ![]() The leaf blades are green but many color variations exist. The foliage rises from the roots on thin wiry stalks. They are very flexible and have a distinctive rustling sound when the wind blows that adds to their appeal. The leaves are thin and papery and resemble many forms of bamboo. The species tends to be between 45 cm and 60 cm (18" to 24") in height. The stalks cascade in a graceful rounded fountain shape somewhat reminiscent of Pennisetum (fountain grass) but with the actual leaves resembling Chasmanthium. ![]() Hakonechloa macra is a small, mostly shade-loving, clump-forming bunchgrass, slowly spreading in circumference.
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