Hakonechloa macra Lemon Zest ‘HakBri1’

Hakonechloa macra 'Lemon Zest' is a Japanese forest grass with chartreuse, yellow and white variegated foliage.

Hakonechloa macra ‘Lemon Zest’ is a classic shade-loving, Japanese forest grass. The cascading foliage features bright chartreuse blades with lemon yellow and ivory white variegation. Brightens up low light and shady gardens, provides movement and gently rustling sounds as the breeze passes through its blades. Growth habit is 12 inches tall with a 24 inch spread. Awesome in the shady garden, mixed borders and containers providing valuable texture and movement. Tolerant of urban pollution and black walnut. Deer resistant.

Common Name:  Japanese Forest Grass

Family:  Poaceae (The Grass Family)

Zone Hardiness:  5-9

Light:  Full Shade, Part Sun, Part Shade

Height:  12-24"

Width:  12-24"

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Foliage Colour:  Variegated - Gold, Golden , Green

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Grass

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Soil Moisture:  Average, Moist

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Fragrance:  No

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Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Cool, shaded mountainside cliffs.

Award:  AGM GPP

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